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How Is Atticus An Exemplary Father

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Atticus is an excellent father that Jem and Scout are very proud of. He has everything needed to be one, as he truly cares about Jem and Scout, treats them with respect, and teaches them valuable life lessons. Without Atticus' influence, Jem and Scout would have never had the chance to learn about the “real” world.

Through the eyes of Jem and Scout, Atticus is a truly loving and caring father. Out of Atticus’ busy job, he always tries to spend more quality time with his children. Atticus was fifty years old, but he knows that "Jem was football crazy. Atticus was never too tired to play keep-away" (118). Also, by saying that "[Atticus and Scout] will go on reading just as [they] always have" (41) shows that he takes time …show more content…

Jem and Scout learns from Atticus to never give up on what you believe in. Through defending Tom Robinson, against everyone in Maycomb, they understand that “the one thing that doesn’t abide by majority rule is a person’s conscience” (140). There are no rules against someone’s own feelings. Even though he does not win the case, he shows Jem and Scout how to accept moral responsibilities with courage. Lastly, the most significant message Atticus teaches is that it is a sin to kill a mockingbird. Some people dedicate their lives to help others, but are treated unfairly. The first mockingbird Jem and Scout discovers is Tom Robinson. Tom faces racial inequality during the trial. All he did was to help Mayella, a lonely and helpless girl, but is accused of rape. This is equal to destroying innocence and purity; destroying a mockingbird. The ultimate symbol of a mockingbird, however, is Boo Radley. Boo symbolizes a mockingbird, who "don't do one thing but sing their hearts out for us" (119). From the Radley's house, he simply observes the world around him. Not only is he harmless, but he is also courageous, as he saves Jem and Scout'

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