In chapter 16 Harper Lee explores in greater depth the social intricacies of Maycomb county and its inhabitants through Scout’s tireless inquisition. The theme of tradition and the history of the land is elaborated on, especially within the Cunningham bloodline, who which according to Alexandra Finch are “respectable” due to the amount of time they have dwelled on the plot of land. Another example of identity belonging very much to attributes which are not related to conduct, personality or appearance is seen in Mr. X Billups, who’s parents were illiterate and through circumstance ended up giving him his peculiar name. This shows that personal identity is something very much lost in Maycomb, with people more concerned in preserving or living up to predisposed expectations conotated upon them by their surnames.
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February 10, 2015 at 7:52 am
As always, this is written with sophistication and confidence.
You have the beginning of clear analysis by linking together the different components of the town, or as you refer to them ‘Maycomb’s intricacies’.
Targets
1) Learn the difference between whose and who’s (who + is)
2) This is missing an opportunity to develop analysis by not including quotation. Why not include some of Jem’s comments o Dolphus Raymond’s children.