WHAT WAS THE STORY ABOUT?

SPOKEN TEXT :
Greetings, I am Normaizatul Aqma Binti Mahadi. "To Kill a Mockingbird" unfolds in the fictional
Maycomb, Alabama, during the Great Depression on the year of 1930’s. The narrative follows Scout
Finch, an exceptionally bright girl aged six to nine, and her brother Jem, raised by their widowed father,
Atticus Finch, a revered lawyer known for imparting empathy and justice to his children.

WRITTEN TEXT :
- Jean Louis Finch (Scout)
- Bright intelligent girl
- Jeremy Atticus (Jem. Scout’s Brother)
- Atticus Finch (Father)

SPOKEN TEXT :
When a false accusation befalls Tom Robinson, a Black resident, Atticus bravely defends him, facing
community backlash. Despite presenting a compelling defense, Tom is wrongfully convicted and later
dies attempting escape. A character compares his death to “the senseless slaughter of songbirds,”
paralleling Atticus’s saying about the mockingbird. Amidst this, Scout and Jem are captivated by Boo
Radley, the town recluse. Their lives intertwine dramatically on Halloween when Boo saves them from
an attack by Bob Ewell, who meets an unexpected end. The sheriff decides to portray Ewell's demise as
an accident to the community.

WRITTEN TEXT :
- Tom Robinson
- Atticus Finch
- Boo Radley
- Bob Ewell

WHO WERE THE MAIN CHARACTER? :

SPOKEN TEXT :
The main character of the novel is Jean Louise Finch who were called Scout throughout the novels. The
nickname "Scout" for the young narrator in To Kill a Mockingbird is fitting. Scout serves as both
questioner and observer in the story. She asks direct and sometimes politically incorrect questions,
benefitting from the innocence of childhood. As a child, Scout doesn't grasp the full significance of
events, making her an objective and genuine reporter.

WRITTEN TEXT :
- Jean Louis Finch (Scout)
- Questioner and Observer
- Objective and Genuine Reporter
WERE THE CHARACTER CREDIBLE?

SPOKEN TEXT :
Yes, the character of Scout in "To Kill a Mockingbird" is credible. Scout is portrayed as a complex and
evolving character, and her actions and reactions are consistent with her age and the experiences she
undergoes. As a child narrator, Scout's innocence, curiosity, and candidness are authentically depicted.
The dual perspective provided by the adult Jean Louise adds depth to Scout's character, showing the
growth and understanding she gains over time.

WRITTEN TEXT :
- Scout Finch
- Complex and evolving character

SPOKEN TEXT :
Scout's challenges at school, her grappling with societal expectations regarding gender roles, and her
encounters with racial injustice are all believable aspects of her character. The internal conflict she faces
in reconciling her tomboyish nature with societal expectations of femininity is a relatable and realistic
theme.

WRITTEN TEXT :
- Societal expectations
- Racial injustice
- Tomboyish nature

SPOKEN TEXT :
Furthermore, the lessons she learns from Atticus about empathy and understanding others' perspectives
contribute to her credibility as a character. The narrative skillfully captures the nuances of Scout's
development from a child who questions the world around her to a person who can empathize with the
experiences of others. In conclusion, Scout is a well-crafted and credible character in the context of the
novel.

WRITTEN TEXT :
- Empathy