Readers can learn to follow the examples of the good parent and they can now avoid doing bad things to their own children. Atticus and Calpurnia had done their part as great parents and surely Jem and Scout would grow up to be good parents themselves. But for Bob Ewell, his children would probably grow up thinking that what their father did to them was a good act and they will follow his examples, thus making them bad parents and bad examples for their future children. A good parent will never let their children be astray from the right path and will always try to teach them the right ways and how to be good parents themselves in the
She has faith in the integrity of the people in her community. Scout is also very considerate. One form of her consideration is shown when she speaks of the equality between black and white people. “I think there’s just one type of folk, folk.’ Her father is her role model and she would do anything to make him proud. This is shown most strongly when people form school start making racial and discriminative comments towards the Finch family.
“You just hold your head high and keep your fists down.” Pg 76 Atticus is teaching his children to be proud of who they are and turn the other cheek, by not starting fights. I select this quote because it teaches family values. 5. "This time we aren’t fighting the Yankees, we're fighting our friends. But remember this, no matter how bitter things get, they're still our friends and this is our home" Pg 76 This quote shows us that Atticus does not want his problem (defending Tom Robinson) to become a problem for Scout and Jem.
“Shoot all the bluejays you want, but remember it is a sin to Kill a Mocking Bird.” This novel was written by Harper Lee, based upon the lives of Scout, Jem and Atticus Finch. This controversial book explores the unjust attitudes towards Negros in the 1980s. With Tom Robinson being a main victim of injustice, Lee attempts to grasp the concept of how people were treated thirty years ago. Atticus Finch, being the father of Scout and Jem, depicts respect throughout this novel, through his morals and integrity. He teaches his children valuable lessons in life, both about respect and courage.
Harper Lee conveys the message that empathy is essential for a clear foundation of equality develop in society through the characterization of Atticus Finch. When an individual has a deep sense of empathy he is more likely to share the wisdom that is bestowed on him, with having such empathy. This is illustrated when the author portrays Atticus’s strong belief in the importance of empathy as he continuously works to instill empathy into Scout. After Scout returns from a tiresome day of school and complains about her woes Atticus advises her that ‘“You never really understand a person until you consider his point of view’” (Lee 39). Atticus is telling Scout that although the people you meet may seem unreasonable or unusually cruel it is unfair to judge them until you have
Atticus Finch and Aunt Alexandra Having a positive attitude and fostering virtues toward children is the key they will set within the home and the community. Providing comfort, love, nurture, and freedom to develop in a tolerant atmosphere, but also constantly teaching them harsh lessons for them to avoid mistakes, and be successful in life. Parents are their children’s strongest role model and greatest influence, positive or negative your children will take the example as a pattern for the way life is supposed to be lived. In the novel To Kill a Mockingbird, by Harper Lee both Atticus Finch and Aunt Alexandra have strong senses of morality and both understand how things should be, but each reacts to things differently as Aunt Alexandra is very class conscious, judges people by their family while Atticus rejects this notion of “fine families” and values honesty, hard work, fairness and compassion. By examining the differing parenting skills and contrasting ancestry and family pride of both Atticus and Alexandra it is certain that Alexandra is more committed to southern tradition, while Atticus is the ideal man who shows ultimate accomplishment and achievement.
‘I have a Dream’ is one of the best known speeches of the twentieth century, a thoughtful and rousing call to social justice that clearly conveys King’s impatience with continuing racial discrimination. Kings content is structured to create a compelling argument for immediate action and change. He begins with a reminder of US democratic traditions and emancipation, with “five score years” echoing the “four score years and twenty” of Lincoln’s Gettysburg address, placing the speech in the context of the history of the African-American struggle in USA. Lincoln’s promise however has not been honoured. African-Americans have metaphorically been given a “bad cheque”.
The message depicts to treat everyone fairly and that if you do that its not ok. Aticus shows not to be prejudice by leading in example of his children. Atticus' morals and values are very high. He is not racist and treats everybody the same: He teaches his children to accept everyone for who they are, regardless of race or social standing. After the incident of Atticus being confronted by Mr Cunningham and a mob, His children see it differently and dont understand what actually has happened. Atticus tells the kids “i don't want either of you bearing a grudge about this thing.
Abstract Cultural awareness and life experiences can help guide a future school counselor on a path that can allow that person to challenge the norms and expectations of the people of around them. People often us the term “never judge a book by its cover” and this statement is relevant in understanding how a counselor can make an impact on students from all walks of life. My personal experiences as an African American man will give me a completely unique view of the surrounding world but will only enhance my ability to reach others as they look to overcome obstacles and barriers that are in their pathway of success. As an African American male growing up in America I have always been cognizant of my actions and others view me as an individual.
In contrast, Asagai is patriotic because he is proud of his culture as shown in his words after handing Beneatha her gift, “I shall have to teach you how to drape it properly” (32.) He also tries to encourage Beneatha to embrace her roots by commenting on her unnatural hair as stated in the quote, “And so to accommodate that — you mutilate it every week?” (32). From this quote, it’s shown that Asagai thinks of assimilation as something negative and Beneatha should not become submissive into it. Asagai and George also contrast in how they act towards Beneatha. Asagai is benevolent, while George is egocentric.