. . .And Justice For All?
Chapters 18 and 19 are such powerful chapters. It is frustrating for me to read the examination of the witnesses, both because of Mayella's reaction to Atticus and because of Mr. Gilmer's cross examination of Tom Robinson. It seemed so authentic and unfair. As you read these chapters, what do you notice about courtroom protocol and testimony? Who was the more effective lawyer, Gilmer or Finch? How did these chapters connect to the research articles we read in class today? Is justice different today? Where would you look for information on this topic?
Think about Harper Lee's storyline. Why does Dill ask so many questions? Why does he end up leaving the courtroom in tears? Is this an effective technique in the story? Scout remembers Maudie's advice to Scout about Atticus, that he is the same in the courtroom as he is in the public streets, and she shares this with Dill. This is a perfect set up for the entrance of Dolphus Raymond into the scene.
posted by Ms. James at 3:14 PM
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Also in the Halloween article, Mr. Lee stoppped the KKK, kind of like that one neighbor, who told the KKK what they were doing was not good, and he just sat there and told them, instead of running off. Also I think the scene outside the courtroom, when Dill was upset was a good way to portray Dills personality, in the fact that he has his own opinion on this instead of thinking it was okay for Mr. Gibson to "attack" Tom like that.
Thursday, October 26, 2006 6:32:00 PM
Hey Hey Hey ms. James, i like your post. 1) question, do you ever spell any words wrong?????? I think NOT!!!!!
haha,
until later,
Peace!:~)
Friday, October 27, 2006 12:21:00 PM
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