What is a foot washing Baptist and who is one according to Chapter 5?
“Foot-washing Baptists” is a term for Baptists who take the Bible literally. According to Miss Maudie, they believe “anything that’s pleasure is a sin.” They also believe that “women are a sin by definition.” Miss Maudie says that Mr. Radley had been a “foot-washing Baptist.” What does she mean by this statement?
What is the difference between a Baptist and a foot-washing Baptist?
A “foot-washing Baptist” is a way of saying a very strict Baptist. Foot-washing Baptists and Baptists are both Christian denominations and really, they’re both Baptists. But the foot-washing Baptists are so strict that they believe everything pleasurable is a sin.
What makes someone a foot-washing Baptist?
What comes before that comment about being a foot-washing Baptist (referring to Boo’s father) offers the clue. To Scout, the term means strict adherence to the Baptist religion without allowance for bending of those beliefs in any situation, or in other words that all pleasure is sinful.
What does Atticus say God is?
In the story ‘To Kill a Mocking Bird’, Atticus says “God is loving folks like you love yourself”.
What does it mean to be a foot washing Baptist as opposed to Miss Maudie’s version of being a Baptist?
“Foot-washing Baptists” is a term for Baptists who take the Bible literally. According to Miss Maudie, they believe “anything that’s pleasure is a sin.” They also believe that “women are a sin by definition.”
What secret does JEM reveal to scout?
What secret does Jem reveal to Scout? Jem reveals that when he went back for his pants, they were folded and sewn across the fence like as if they were expecting him.
What two things constitute the Children’s biggest prize?
The item they consider their biggest prize is “a pocket watch that wouldn’t run, on a chain with an aluminum knife.” Previously, the children had assumed that the knot-hole was someone’s hiding place.
Who does scout think is hiding things in the knothole?
Walter Cunningham
Why did Atticus shoot the dog in To Kill a Mockingbird?
3 Answers. This scene is meant to reveal more about Atticus to Scout. When he kills the mad dog”and does so expertly, with one shot”it shows Scout that there is more to him than a lawyer and a father. He knows how to shoot and he’s good at it.
What 5 new gifts do they find in the knothole?
Late that fall, another present appears in the knothole”two figures carved in soap to resemble Scout and Jem. The figures are followed in turn by chewing gum, a spelling bee medal, and an old pocket watch. The next day, Jem and Scout find that the knothole has been filled with cement.
What made Jem cry?
Jem cries because Nathan Radley cements in the hole in the tree, eliminating their connection to Boo Radley. At the beginning of the book, Jem and Scout just see Boo Radley as a curiosity and form of amusement. They can act out his life story, or be afraid to pass his house.
When did Jem lose his innocence?
Jem Jem Finch loses his innocence when he realizes that not everything in the world is good. After the trial Tom Robinson was found guilty, because it was his word against a white man’s, Jem realized that not everyone is as good of person as he thought they were.
Why did Jem cry after the trial?
Why did Jem cry? He cried because it wasn’t fair that the Tom should be convicted of something he didn’t do, and the jruy knew he didn’t do this and yet they still sentenced him to death.
Why does JEM keep his feelings secret?
Why does Jem keep his feelings secret from Atticus and Scout? Jem is more mature than Scout, and he sees that the person that is leaving things in the tree is most likely Boo Radley. Jem keeps these things a secret because he knows that Boo will get in trouble if he is caught.
Why does Jem take the decision so hard?
Jem cries for two reasons: 1. His father lost the big case of defending Tom Robinson despite his stronger arguments, and 2. Jem understands the impact upon Tom Robinson and the prevailing statement of inequity and prejudice that the decision represents.
How does most of the town react to Tom’s death?
How does most of the town react to Tom’s death? They acted like it was no big deal and they forgot about him after a while.
Why is Atticus optimistic about Tom’s case?
Atticus says that once the higher court reviews his case, Tom has a good chance of going free or at least receiving a new trial. According to Atticus, what is optimistic about Tom’s case? If he is found guilty on appeal, Tom will be sentenced to death. As Atticus explains, “Tom Robinson’s a colored man, Jem.
What bad news does Atticus bring home?
What bad news does Atticus bring home? The bad news is that Tom had attempted escape and had been killed by guards.
Why does Alexandra disagree with Atticus threat?
Alexandra says that the Ewells are the kind of people who would “do anything to pay off a grudge.” Alexandra disagrees with Atticus about the threat. Atticus says that once the higher court reviews his case, Tom has a good chance of going free or at least receiving a new trial.
How was Atticus affected by the trial?
Atticus knew he destroyed Ewell’s reputation and Ewell needed to feel like he was getting back at Atticus. Throughout both the trial and the immediate aftermath, Atticus remains fairly stable. He maintains compassion for others, a desire for equity, a desire for truth, and he holds himself together well.
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