“Courage is measured by an individual’s willingness to continue fighting even when the likelihood of victory is small.” Once said by Anon. In other words, if the outcome of you succeeding is little to none, it’s the strength you give to keep on going that truly matters. In the novel “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee proves this quote to be accurate through characterization among the three main people in the book, Scout, Atticus and Jem.
Scout is a young lady who is intelligent and confident and embraces individuality. When her character is tested by a prejudice community and a court case dealing with an African American, Scout has to decide how she can contain herself and stand up for what is right. Scout has faith in Tom Robinson and is determined to reach a verdict. His chances were very …show more content…
He was mainly confused and vulnerable. He upholds the commitment of justice that Atticus taught him and maintains it throughout the novel. Atticus prepares Jem for the situation and needed time to understand it. Jem was a optimistic and fair boy. “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view until you climb into his skin and walk around in it.” (Harper Lee, 39) Atticus preaches to the children to give crucial piece of moral advice. He saw the good sides to things and towards the end of the trial found a positive lesson from it all. His character was a strong person and he acknowledged all sides to the story. He grew up fast and adapted to the situation that was occurring. Jem’s courage was major to the novel, because it added extra strength to the families bond. The trial shed him from his innocence but gaining hope all