Theme

Your literature book defines theme as "the insight about human life that is revealed in literary work." Themes are usually not directly stated in the work but must be inferred by the reader after thoughtful reflection. To Kill a Mockingbird , however, directly states a courage theme and a compassion theme. Can you find these direct statements of theme? Additionally, can you come up with your own education theme? I.e., what message about education does the book convey?

Point of View

Harper Lee's use of first person flashback narration is one very effective element of To Kill a Mockingbird. The reader experiences events with young Scout but benefits from the perspective of adult Scout. Post examples of one or both perspectives.

Social Order

Discuss the social hierarcy of 1930s Maycomb, Alabama.

Flowers

Have you noticed that some characters are connected to specific flowers? Give an example that includes a character, the character's flower, and what the flower might symbolize or convey about the character. Use book passages with page numbers to support your ideas.

TKM First

Discuss the parenting skills exhibited by Atticus Finch.