The children have lost their immaturity as the story progresses and more prejudice surfaces. For example, they start to understand that Boo might be trying to communicate with them while staying locked up. Slowly, they start to piece together information that leads to more understanding of Boo. In Chapter 7, Jem stares at the Radley House for a while before it is revealed that he was crying. This shows that Jem is able to step in Boo Radley's shoes and relate with him. Jem finds that filling of the knot hole tragic for both of them. As the trial begins, not only neighbors but also relatives begin to turn on Atticus. In Chapter 9, Francis explains how Aunt Alexandra doesn't care much about Tom and calls Atticus a N-lover. As more prejudice
