TKAM chapter 12

Why is Scout sad at the beginning of Chapter 12?

Jem is growing up and pulling away from her, but Calpurnia comforts her.

Why does Scout miss Dill?

Dill didn't come for the summer but had promised to marry her; she remembers their past summers.

What change happens to Jem that Scout notices?

Jem is becoming more mature and distant; Scout feels left out.

Why does Calpurnia decide to take Jem and Scout to her church?

The kids are alone on Sunday and can't go to their regular church without Atticus.

What does Calpurnia do before taking the children to church?

She makes sure they are clean and dressed nicely.

What is the name of Calpurnia's church, and why is it called that?

First Purchase African M.E. Church; it was bought with the first earnings of freed slaves.

What happens when they arrive at Calpurnia's church?

A tall woman named Lula confronts them for bringing white children.

How does the congregation react to Jem and Scout's presence?

Some are uneasy, but Calpurnia defends them and Zeebo reassures them.

What are signs of poverty in the church?

No hymn books, piano, or organ.

How do they sing hymns at First Purchase church?

They use 'linin',' where one person reads a line and others repeat it.

Who leads the hymn singing and why?

Zeebo, Calpurnia's son, leads because he can read.

What does Reverend Sykes preach about?

He gives a sermon about the sin of women's impurity and insists on collecting $10 for Helen Robinson.

Why does Reverend Sykes lock the doors during church?

To ensure everyone contributes enough money for Helen Robinson.

Why does Helen Robinson need financial help?

No one will hire her because her husband, Tom, was accused of rape by Bob Ewell.

What do we learn about the Ewells?

They are considered 'trash' and looked down on by the community.

How did Zeebo learn to read?

Calpurnia taught him using a Bible given by Finch family's grandfather.

What do we learn about Calpurnia's background?

She's older than Atticus, from Finch's Landing, and worked for the Finch and Buford families.

How does Calpurnia speak at church compared to home?

She uses African American Vernacular English at church to fit in.

What does Scout ask Calpurnia after the visit to church?

If she can come visit Calpurnia at her home.

What surprise is waiting when they return home from church?

Aunt Alexandra is sitting on the porch, waiting for them.