Question

Give an example from this chapter (24) of how scout is maturing. Include page number and quote and explain why you think this shows her maturity (from to kill a mockingbird)

Answer 1

A sign of Scout's maturation in Chapter 24 of 'To Kill a Mockingbird' is seen when she participates in Aunt Alexandra's missionary circle and refrains from confronting the women's hypocrisy, showing her patient and observant approach to complex adult interactions.

Step-by-step explanation:

Scout's maturation in To Kill a Mockingbird is evident in Chapter 24 when she chooses to join her Aunt Alexandra's missionary circle. Unfortunately, exact page numbers and quotes vary by edition, so they can't be provided here. However, Scout demonstrates maturity by recognizing the importance of compromise and social obligation, something she previously struggled with. An example of her maturing is when she refrains from reacting negatively to the women's hypocritical statements about the Black community. Instead, she listens and observes, learning to navigate the adult world with patience and decorum.

This change in Scout's behavior shows that she is growing out of her previously impulsive and confrontational character, coming to understand the complexities of adult interactions. The dinner scene in this chapter highlights her personal growth and her ability to adapt to her social environment.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

“Aunt Alexandra looked across the room at me and smiled. She looked at a tray of cookies on the table and nodded at them. I carefully picked up the tray and watched myself walk to Mrs. Merriweather. With my best company manners, I asked her if she would have some.

After all, if Aunty could be a lady at a time like this, so could I.” (page 126)

I believe this moment shows how mature Scout has become. In this chapter we find how Aunt Alexandra wanted to introduce Scout to the world of the “ladies”. Preparing her on how she should act, think and do in the future. Almost at the end of the chapter her father appears with terrible news (about the “murder” of Tom) talking with Calpurnia and Aunt Alexandra in the kitchen. Scout eavesdropped and heard the news. Instead of acting like a child and start “fooling around”, she remained calmed. The final realization came when she saw her aunt and how she remained with the same composure. Finally, she understood that if her aunt kept calm after those terrible news, she could also do the same.