Question

#1 Discuss the importance of the novel’s title and symbolism. Why is it a sin to kill a mockingbird? There are two characters that represent a mockingbird- Tom Robinson and Boo Radley. Explain how this symbol fits each character. Provide specific examples from the novel.

Answer 1

Birds are innocent and harmless, like Tom and Boo

Step-by-step explanation:

Atticus, a prominent and wise lawyers tells his children that it´s a sin to kill a mockingbird because they are innocent & harmless.

Tom symbolizes innocence: he is wrongly accused of raping a white woman.

Arthur ¨Boo¨¨ Radley is a harmless character, but unfortunaly he has to deal with a group of children under the spell of prejudice and superstition.