TKAM chapter 14

Tension between Scout and Jem

Jem acts more mature and bossy, which frustrates Scout and leads to a fight.

Aunt Alexandra's view on Calpurnia

She thinks Cal is no longer needed and believes she is a bad influence.

Atticus's response to Alexandra about Calpurnia

He refuses and says Calpurnia is part of the family.

Scout finds hiding under her bed

Dill.

Dill's reason for running away

He felt unloved and ignored by his parents.

Dill's running away revelation

He feels lonely and craves emotional connection and love.

Jem's reaction when Dill is found

He tells Atticus, showing his growing maturity and responsibility.

Major themes in Chapter 14

Growing up and sibling dynamics, loneliness and childhood innocence, family and belonging.