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    They are Atticus‚ Jem and Boo Radley. Courage is shown and used by these three characters. Atticus shows courage by defending Tom Robinson‚ not arguing or fighting Bob Ewell and shooting the dog that had rabies. Defending Tom was a moment when he showed courage‚ even though the most of the town was against Tom. Atticus also showed courage by not messing with or fighting Bob Ewell. It is good that Atticus also didn’t fight him so it wouldn’t start any more problems. Atticus is one of

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    Running from it The book To Kill a Mockingbird shows many great examples of true courage and cowardice. The courageous put others before themselves and listen to their conscience. The cowardly react selfishly and hurt themselves as well as others. Atticus is courageous; he puts Tom Robinson’s right to justice first instead of worrying about what others will say about him. Boo Radley is also courageous; he puts the children’s safety before his own safety and privacy. Bob Ewell is a coward; he puts himself

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    prominent characters. They each have their own personalities‚ strengths‚ and weaknesses. Atticus acts as a father to many of the children in the book and gives them his wisdom and advice. A great amount of people adore Atticus and he has the ability to teach the children in the book‚ but also has great lessons for the readers. Atticus acted as a protector‚ father‚ and did many brave things. Soon after meeting Atticus in the novel‚ you find out he is very protective of Scout and Jem. It is obvious he

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    How is Atticus Finch’s Character Introduced and Developed in Part 1? Atticus is introduced the reader when Scout wants to settle an argument between her and her brother. This immediately tells the reader that he is a person who the children can trust and know is wise and knowledgeable. The simple act of calling him "Atticus" and not "father" brings Scout and Jem to the same level as Atticus‚ showing their relationship with their father is very strong. At the beginning Atticus is presented to be

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    1/21/13 Atticus Finch Throughout life‚ many amazing individuals enter and leave‚ each having impact and influence on each person they have been around. These people can teach others so much about events or problems that occur in everyday life by both their words and actions. Atticus Finch is one man who any person no matter their age‚ race‚ or background‚ can learn from. If the definition of a “good man” were looked up online‚ the computer would probably suggest to visit a site about Atticus Finch

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    Abby Rice 11/7/14 Atticus Finch: An Honest Man & Lawyer In the 1930’s in southern Alabama‚ rape and attempted rape was considered a capital offense. This was just one of the measures taken to ensure the safety of Southern women‚ who in the eyes of men‚ were fragile and innocent. As a result of the Ladies Law‚ men could even be sentenced to jail time for using profane language around a lady. This conservative culture‚ combined with prejudices leftover from the civil

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    the community in Maycomb County through the eyes of a young girl named Jean Louise Finch. The main character‚ Atticus Finch plays an important role throughout the novel. His wisdom‚ words and actions help guide the town through the harsh times of prejudice and injustice. He demonstrates powerful leadership through his three different roles as a father‚ a lawyer and a noble citizen of the town. As a father‚ Atticus is a great leader in his own household. Not only does he teach his children verbally

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    Atticus Finch : Role Model to All Alec Graham Period: 4 Everyone needs a role model in life‚ someone to teach them morals and lessons. In To Kill a Mockingbird‚ by Harper Lee‚ Atticus Finch just happens to be the perfect role model for not only his own children but the entire Maycomb County. He sets examples not only as lawyer‚ but as a father and teaches his children the necessary morals to function as model citizens in society. Atticus was proven as a fantastic lawyer throughout the book‚

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    shows the reader that because the island was very isolated‚ not many people had been there. The environment of the island was practically unchanged because there wasn’t human influence. Chapter 2 Outline Part One Finches Cactus finch Vampire finch Vegetarian finch Beaks serve as tools Grant’s Famous for the research Unique way of study Contrast between calculator and computer representing the past to future Grant’s unique researches Part Two Voyage Landing Darwin’s diary Collecting

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    In the story‚ To Kill a Mockingbird‚ by Harper Lee‚ Atticus is one of those `ideal fathers.’ Atticus is a single father raising his two children‚ Scout and Jem‚ and doing a great job too. Do you ever wish that the ’cool dads from TV’ could be your own? In the story‚ To Kill a Mockingbird‚ by Harper Lee‚ Atticus is one of those ’ideal fathers.’ Atticus is a single father raising his two children‚ Scout and Jem‚ and doing a great job too. They also have Calpurnia‚ the black cook‚ who is the most mom-like

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