Why did the people in the balcony stand for Atticus while he was passing by? Outside of the case Atticus is a very respectful human being. Atticus does not treat Calpurnia different because of the color of her skin. Aunt Alexandra thinks it is inappropriate to say “negroes” in front of Cal; Atticus lets Aunty know that she is to be treated as family. Secondly, Atticus realizes that African Americans are already unfortunate, and that they should not be criticized. “’Atticus says cheatin’ a colored man is ten times worse than cheatin’ a white man… Say’s it’s the worst thing you can do.” (Lee269). Lastly, Atticus realizes that everyone is equal. During his last testimony he screeds on that no matter what the color of your skin is; you are as capable
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Tom is respectful. Firstly, when Tom does not take Mayella’s money, showing that he is generous of other peoples situations. Even though Tom could have really needed the money he did not take advantage of the offer. Meanwhile, Tom could have entered the Ewell property many times without invitation; instead Tom never decided to trespass. The previous act reveals that he is good at heart, and does not want to cause any trouble. Finally, while Tom was telling the jury his side of the story, he did not want to use profound language, due to not wishing that the children know what was said. This action both displays respect for young children with molding minds, along with respect for the parents that are raising these children. Tom Robinson is not only respectful, but also very transparent. Right from the start Tom had nothing to hide. He shows this by being honest about his disorderly conduct that he was charged with a while ago. Tom had also told the whole story, even the part when he ran off. Telling the jury that he had ran off was a bold move, because running off shows guilt, but Tom Robinson told the truth and nothing but the truth. To conclude, Tom exposes that he was scared during the incident. This was a very brave move, since showing fear usually means guilt. Tom Robinson lets the jury know that “it weren’t safe for any nigger to be in a-fix like that” (Lee256). Tom Robinson is respectful, and
Tom is respectful. Firstly, when Tom does not take Mayella’s money, showing that he is generous of other peoples situations. Even though Tom could have really needed the money he did not take advantage of the offer. Meanwhile, Tom could have entered the Ewell property many times without invitation; instead Tom never decided to trespass. The previous act reveals that he is good at heart, and does not want to cause any trouble. Finally, while Tom was telling the jury his side of the story, he did not want to use profound language, due to not wishing that the children know what was said. This action both displays respect for young children with molding minds, along with respect for the parents that are raising these children. Tom Robinson is not only respectful, but also very transparent. Right from the start Tom had nothing to hide. He shows this by being honest about his disorderly conduct that he was charged with a while ago. Tom had also told the whole story, even the part when he ran off. Telling the jury that he had ran off was a bold move, because running off shows guilt, but Tom Robinson told the truth and nothing but the truth. To conclude, Tom exposes that he was scared during the incident. This was a very brave move, since showing fear usually means guilt. Tom Robinson lets the jury know that “it weren’t safe for any nigger to be in a-fix like that” (Lee256). Tom Robinson is respectful, and