09/22 Homework

8th Literature:

Bell Work:

Do you agree with the jury’s ruling? Why, or why not?

Vocabulary:

1. Acquit
   1. (verb) to find someone not guilty
2. Vengeance
   1. (noun) revenge in return for a wrong
3. Demurred
   1. (verb) objected to
4. Tranquil
   1. (adj) calm, peaceful

Reading Questions:

1. Why does Calpurnia come into the court?
   1. Are her and Aunt Alexandra right to be upset?
2. When does the jury reappear?
3. Why is this odd?
   1. What does this say about the townspeople?
4. What is their verdict?
   1. What do you think are the motivations behind their verdict?

Homework:

Read chapter 22