Part one of the novel is mostly about introducing many pivotal characters, and character development. The novel introduces us to many important characters, such as Scout Finch, Jem Finch, and Atticus Finch. It also introduces us to supporting characters, such as Calpurnia, Dill, Mrs. Maudie Atkinson, Ms. Caroline, Arthur “Boo” Radley, and much more. The novel shows character development in many ways. For example, Jem and Scout’s relationship matured over the course of just part one. At first, Jem wanted nothing to do with Scout. "When we slowed to a walk at the edge of the schoolyard, Jem was careful to explain that during school hours I was not to bother him, I was not to approach him with requests to enact a chapter of Tarzan and the Ant
