Final answer:
Miss Maudie Atkinson said the quote in 'To Kill a Mockingbird' to explain the significance of mockingbirds as symbols of innocence and purity.
Step-by-step explanation:
In the novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird,' the quote 'Your father's right. Mockingbirds don't do one thing but make music for us to enjoy.' is said by Miss Maudie Atkinson. She says this to Scout Finch to explain the significance of mockingbirds.
In the book, mockingbirds symbolize innocence and purity, as they only bring joy through their beautiful songs. The statement emphasizes the idea that it is wrong to harm or destroy something that is innocent and does no harm to others.