Question

Francis is not much older than Scout, and it is obvious that his racist remarks come directly from the adults around him. He is the grandson of Aunt Alexandra, Atticus's sister. His statements prove that even Atticus's own sister is a racist and is against the idea of Atticus defending a black man: "Grandma says it's bad enough he lets you all run wild, but now he's turned out a ******lover we'll never be able to walk the streets of Maycomb agin."

What does Francis's racist remarks reveal about the prevalent attitudes in Maycomb, especially within Atticus's own family?

A) That even children are not immune to the influence of racist adults.
B) That Atticus's sister, Aunt Alexandra, supports his decision to defend a black man.
C) That racism in Maycomb is limited to a few individuals.
D) That Francis's opinions are solely his own and not reflective of the community.

Answer 1

Francis's racist remarks reflect the widespread systemic racism in Maycomb County, influenced by the attitudes of adults, including within his own family.

Step-by-step explanation:

Francis's racist remarks in 'To Kill a Mockingbird' shed light on the deeply ingrained prejudices and racist attitudes in Maycomb County, reflecting the mindset of the adult community that the children are exposed to. His comments mirror the sentiment of adults like Aunt Alexandra, indicating that racism is a systemic issue within Maycomb and not just confined to a few individuals. The correct answer to what Francis's remarks reveal about the prevalent attitudes in Maycomb is A) That even children are not immune to the influence of racist adults, demonstrating the pernicious impact of racism as it spans generations and seeps into the perspectives of the young. Answer B is incorrect as Aunt Alexandra does not support Atticus's decision; C is false because racism is widespread, not limited; and D is incorrect as Francis's views are representative of the community.