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Why does alexandra think atticus should dismiss calpurnia? how does atticus respond to the suggestion? *?

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Aunt Alexandra believes that Scout needs a refined feminine influence from good Southern white pedigree. Calpurnia, as the black housekeeper does not meet her criteria. On another note, Alexandra also seems to be a bit jealous of the relationship the children have with Calpurn.
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