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Question #1 Chapter 25-28 The Robinson vs. Ewell Trial is officially over. Yes, you read right it is over. We were all wrong in thinking that this case was going to end in court. Most of us were hoping for there to be a final verdict. However that is not how this case has ended. Understandably Tom Robinson could not handle jail anymore. Yesterday after non during his time to exercise, Tom made a dash for his life. As he proceeded to run across the field and over the gate he was warned to stop. The guards shot the air as a warning then proceeded to shot him seven times. As a result Tom Robinson was killed and died behind the gate of the Maycomb County Jail. This may be good news for Mr. Ewell whose case remains in favor of him but this is bad news from the entire Robinson family and many local African Americans who believed in Tom Robinson. As we saw in court this case meant a lot to many people and it is very unfortunate that it had to end the way it did. Tom leaves behind a widow named Helen and several children.

 Question #2 Response to Zack Persona of Scout I agree that Tom’s defense team, or shall I say Atticus is a great lawyer. The facts in the article appear to be mostly true. However it says that Judge Taylor will be the final decision which is not true, because the jury actually has the last decision. I understand the article completely but it has no real significance to me.

Question #3 Chapters 14-17

One Word: Questions In chapters 14 to 17 many essential questions are asked. These questions help Scout gain knowledge, and understanding of different things. Scout asks Atticus what rape is in chapter 14. This is significant because it relates to the Robinson vs. Ewell case. Later in the chapter Scout says “Yessum, and she promised me I could come out to her house some afternoon Atticus, I’ll go next Sunday if it’s all right, can I?” (Lee 181). This important because it shows Scouts personality, her curiousness and her love for freedom. When her Aunt cuts in and tells her that she cannot go. Scout is really angry and tells her aunt that the question was not directed to her. Around every important event questions are asks. There are a variety of questions asked such as questions of inquiry, and person privileges. When Dill is found under Scouts bed he asks for something to eat. These 3 chapters show the importance of questions and how they can be used. Question 4, Chapters 12-14 Dear Scout,  You are the most amazing little sister anyone could ever ask for. You saucy attitude, your free spirit and genuine heart and just of the few reasons why I love you. I understand that you may be confused, angry or both about Aunt Alexandra moving in but it is going to be okay. As we both knew it was no one’s idea for her to come but her own, everyone loves you just as you are. Scout I beg you not to let that woman get to you. If she makes you wear dress do so with a smile but in the back of your mind always know who you are. I think we can both agree on the fact that aunty means well. Her words might not always be kind, and her criticism may not always appear to be from the heart. However, when ever times get hard, or you start to doubt the fact that you are a beautiful young woman wonderfully created by God, just know that you can always talk to me. Jem is going through some changes, but don’t worry your little heart. I won’t lie and tell you that things will go back to the way they were, but I do believe that you’ll get used to Aunt Alexandra and Jem’s new attitude before you know it. Much love, Big Sis

Question 5 response to Bee Dear Big Sis, You must be crazy. Don’t you realize that Bob Ewell most defiantly did not have the right to spit in Atticus’s face? Atticus only said that because it’s his personality to be positive. An’ anyway to clarify what Atticus did was the right thing, if he happened to support his case and bring down the credibility of the opposing side then he has done his job. Do you know Atticus!? You must not cus’ I know for sure that Atticus would never turn to violence over such an incident. Sis, what are you talking about? I may be young, but I ain’t dumb. I hardly believe that Bob choose to spit on Atticus as a way to channel is anger, as you more or less said in your letter to me. Your letter angers me a little. How can you tell me these things? Seriously sis, “do not be afraid of death, Atticus can handle himself”, he is an old man and I’m sure there are plenty of people that can beat Atticus. I am worried and regardless of what you say, I am still afraid. Thanks for trying to help. Love Scout 