🔄Scout learns the importance of treating everyone with respect, regardless of social class.
🏫Scout's first day of school exposes her to the social divisions in Maycomb.
💔Burris Ewell's behavior towards Miss Caroline foreshadows the hostility of the Ewell family later in the book.
👨👧Atticus's appreciation of Calpurnia highlights his loving and inclusive nature as a father.
🌍The chapter provides insights into Atticus's attitude towards race and his belief in equality.
Why does Jem stop Scout from fighting Walter?
—Jem stops Scout because Walter Cunningham is the son of a man that Atticus defended in court, and it would be disrespectful to harm him.
Why does Scout ask Atticus to fire Calpurnia?
—Scout asks Atticus to fire Calpurnia because she feels jealous of the attention Jem receives from her.
Why does Burris Ewell only attend the first day of school?
—Burris Ewell attends the first day of school to avoid getting into trouble with the truancy officer, but he doesn't intend to continue attending.
Why does Atticus argue that Scout must continue going to school?
—Atticus argues that Scout must continue going to school because following the law and receiving an education is important, unlike the Ewell family who bend the rules.
What deal does Atticus strike with Scout regarding reading?
—Atticus strikes a deal with Scout that she will continue going to school and they will continue reading together at night.
00:09Chapter Three of To Kill a Mockingbird takes place on the playground, where Scout gets into a fight with Walter Cunningham.
00:24Walter joins Scout and Jem for lunch at the Finch house, where Scout condescendingly asks him why he's pouring syrup on his food.
01:01Scout's first day of school is eventful, with Miss Caroline panicking over lice and Burris Ewell causing trouble.
01:31Atticus explains the special case of the Ewell family and why Scout must continue going to school.
01:55After supper, Atticus discusses reading with Scout, who questions if she can be like Burris Ewell and only attend the first day of school.
02:21Scout reflects on her first day of school and learns about respect and social division from Calpurnia.
02:45Atticus emphasizes the importance of living within the law, contrasting with the Ewell family's behavior.
02:59Atticus strikes a deal with Scout, allowing her to continue going to school while they read together at night.
