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sympathy towards Mayella as she quotes, She was as sad, I
thought, as what Jem called a mixed
child: white people wouldnt have anything to do with her because
she lived among pigs; Negroes
wouldnt have anything to do with her because she was white (Lee
192). From this chapter,
perspective plays a vital role in understanding characters.
Scout shows compassion towards Mayella,
and sees her as the person she truly is: A lonely nineteen
year-old teenager that no one wants, much
like the half white, half coloured people. This act of sympathy
would not be considered by the other
residents of Maycomb, as Mayella is a Ewell. The Ewells are
members of an exclusive society that
follows a law-breaking form of living. Scout believes that
Mayella is different in comparison to the
other Ewells. Scouts unique views transform the setting ofTo
Kill a Mockingbirdinto a reality
where many unanswered, child-thought questions exist. Curiosity
in Scouts narrative voice intrigues
readers to read on, in order to find answers and understand the
characters. While dramatizing as the
Radleys, Scout hears a particular sound that persuades her to
quit the game. Scout reflects, Through
all the head-shaking, quelling of nausea and Jem-yelling, I had
heard another sound, so low I could
not have heard it from the sidewalk. Someone inside the house
was laughing (40). At this moment,
Scouts curiosity leads to questioning who Boo Radley really is.
Readers have established the
understanding of Boo or Arthur Radley, as it is know that Boo
has not been seen for over twenty-five
years. It makes this moment a bigger mystery because Scout, Jem,
nor Dill has ever seen Boo
Radley. The interpretation of Boo reveals the idea of mystery by
exploring Boos identity. Scouts
voice builds interest in readers because while growing up, the
myths of Boo makes him an important
character Scout aims to uncover. As time passes, Scout begins to
show signs of development, making
her more knowledgeable. Deeper in To Kill a Mockingbird, Scout
begins to act in a different manner.
As the story progresses, Scouts development from a childish
character shows more maturity and deeper thoughts that justifies
her outlook within the town of
Maycomb. Even though she acts more maturely, Scout is still a
child; however, her thoughts become
much more developed near the end ofTo Kill a Mockingbirdin
comparison to the beginning. Right
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after walking Boo Radley back to his residence, Scout visions
the future life of Boo Radley in
Maycomb. Finally understanding the events, Scout refers back to
Atticus words, saying, Atticus
was right. One time he said you never really know a man until
you stand in his shoes and walk
around in them. Just standing on the Radley porch was enough
(279). From that moment, Scout
begins to understand the identity of Boo. The development of her
understanding of Mr. Arthur
changes from her understanding in the beginning of the novel.
From originally attempting to
discover Boo and making him come out, the perspective changes
into knowing who Boo really is.
From Scouts voice, readers finally understand the true character
ofArthur Radley, as Scout is a
character that truly walks in Boo Radleys shoes. Evident
throughout To Kill a Mockingbird, Atticus
judgements and personality influences Scout to shows discipline
and more understanding towards the
conflicts in Maycomb. When Jem is learning how to use
air-rifles, Scout overhears Atticus saying,
Shoot all the bluejays you want, if you can hit em, but remember
its a sin to kill a mockingbird
(90). Though not directed towards Scout, she still takes this
saying into understanding conflicts, such
as the Tom Robinson trial. Scouts apprehension of the events
derives from Atticus morals, as they
differ from the opinions of others. This saying is kept in
Scouts mind, even to the end of the book,
where she quotes Well, itd be sort of like shootin a
mockingbird, wouldnt it? (276). This shows
how much influence Atticus has on Scouts perspective on events
and people.
Within To Kill a Mockingbird, the idea of expressing ones
beliefs is very significant, as it plays a role in taking Tom
Robinsons life, resulting in a darker tone.
With Scouts child-like interpretations and perspective, it gives
readers the idea of a different
viewpoint than the majority of the population. Harper Lees use
of Scouts narrative voice effectively
leads to the deep understanding of the characters and events. In
reality, distant ways of thinking looks
at people and traits from all angles. As a result, it further
develops a better understanding of the
world.
