To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee
Symbolism/motif of mockingbird. Innocence and beauty. Atticus and Miss Maudie tell Scout and Jem it is a sin to kill a mockingbird because these birds cause no harm to anyone or anything, they just sing, making the world a better place. To kill one would be an act of senseless cruelty. (94) Who can be seen as a mockingbird in the novel? Tom, Boo, Scout, Jem. Misunderstood. Destroyed by others. Can you relate to the symbolism of a mockingbird? Are you or have you ever been innocent and beautiful? Are there still parts of you that are innocent and beautiful? Have you been misunderstood? Destroyed by others? What can we do about that now that the events have likely passed? Can we reclaim innocence and beauty? See also p. 279 __________ Let's talk about Aunt Alexandra. Did you have thoughts or feelings about her conservative views, particularly regarding gender? Or regarding "the family name"? (85, 131, 135, 226) How would you feel about a significant relative with su