Chapter 10: Anisha Rajopadhye

Plot Summary:Jem and Scout began to learn about Atticus’ accomplishments, and reviled that they feel embarrassed about his old age. Jem spots Tim Johnson, the dog of Maycomb, and tell Calpurnia that he is hurt, and she goes running off to the neighbors telling them that the mad dog is coming. She also calls Atticus, and he arrives home with Heck Tate, the sheriff. The two men go hunting for the mad dog. Atticus shot the dog. Jem and Scout learn that Atticus had a talent that was nothing to be ashamed of; he had a dead shot. After the kids learn about Atticus’ hidden talent, scout wants to tell all the kids in school, but Jem show his mature side, and tells her that she shouldn’t because Jem and Atticus are gentlemen.

Major Changes and Developments: In this chapter we find many changes in Atticus. We learn that Atticus has many hidden talents, some that Scout and Jem are embarrassed by, and one that is particularly interesting. Atticus has the dead shot of Maycomb. We also meet Heck Tate in this chapter. Heck is the sheriff and he helps Atticus kill Tim Johnson, the mad dog of town. The conflict of the mad dog is solved in this chapter, and Jem and Scout no longer think Atticus is all that embarrassing.

Significant Quotes:“[…] but remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird” (Lee 119). This quote is very significant because it is the only thing Atticus says is a sin, and also it is the title of the book, so it must have some deeper meaning to it that we may find out later in the book.

“Still think your father cant do anything? Still ashamed of him?” (Lee 129). This quote is significant because it shows how Scout and Jem’s perspective on their father can change so quickly just by learning one new thing about him.

Literary Elements:“Atticus, you are a devil from hell” (Lee 121). This is a metaphor because Miss Maudie is saying that Atticus is a devil, when he is not actually a devil.

Vocabulary:Marksmanship (130)- The ability to shoot accurately at a target

Jubilantly (131)-happily: in a joyous manner

Critical Thinking:-Why is Tim Johnson called the dog of Maycomb if he is so dangerous to the town?

-Do you think Scout will go against what Jem asked her to do and tell the kids at school about Atticus’ shooting?