TKAM Crossword
Across
- 1. The fictional Alabama town where the story is set.
- 5. The legal and social separation of races in the American South.
- 9. The jury’s final decision; Tom is wrongly found guilty.
- 10. Embodied by characters like Scout, Tom, and Boo.
- 11. Young narrator of the story; curious, bold, and intelligent.
- 13. Explored through the choices characters make in difficult situations.
- 14. Scout’s family name; represents integrity and moral grounding.
- 16. When lawyers question the opposing side’s witnesses.
- 18. A kind neighbor who supports Atticus and teaches Scout life lessons.
- 19. How characters dress often reflects gender roles or social class.
- 22. Boo Radley’s mysterious home that fascinates the children.
- 25. The growth and maturing of Scout and Jem.
- 26. A major theme, especially in how people are treated based on race or class.
- 27. A friend of Scout and Jem; imaginative and fascinated with Boo Radley.
- 28. Encouraged by Atticus: “climb into someone’s skin and walk around in it.”
- 29. The central event where Tom Robinson is unjustly prosecuted.
- 30. A reclusive neighbor shrouded in mystery; symbolizes misunderstood goodness.
- 31. A key motif shown through race, class, and gender bias.
- 32. Gossip plays a role in shaping Boo Radley’s fearful reputation.
- 33. Mayella’s abusive father; represents racism and ignorance.
- 35. Scout’s father, a lawyer who defends Tom Robinson; a symbol of morality.
- 36. Statements given by witnesses during the trial.
Down
- 2. Shown in acts of quiet bravery, like Atticus defending Tom.
- 3. A threat Tom faces, illustrating racial violence and injustice.
- 4. A theme of understanding others’ points of view.
- 6. A symbol of innocence and goodness; “It’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.”
- 7. Scout’s older brother; matures significantly through the novel.
- 8. Portrayed through moral strength, not just physical acts.
- 10. Atticus’s guiding principle; doing what’s right even when it’s hard.
- 12. The Finch family’s Black housekeeper; a maternal figure to the children.
- 15. A lonely white woman who falsely accuses Tom Robinson.
- 17. The setting reflects Southern culture, values, and racial tensions.
- 20. A poor but proud family; not as malicious as the Ewells.
- 21. Atticus’s profession; he stands for truth and fairness.
- 23. A poor, racist family representing ignorance and bigotry.
- 24. The symbolic location of justice, but also injustice, in Maycomb.
- 25. A piece of furniture Mayella claims she asked Tom to break apart.
- 29. A Black man falsely accused of raping Mayella Ewell.
- 32. A central issue; deeply ingrained in Maycomb society.
- 34. A theme challenged throughout the novel, often elusive.