In the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, Scout learns a valuable lesson about compassion in dealing with the prejudices and insensitivities present in her southern town Although the majority of her hometown is prejudiced, Scout's mind remainsnon prejudice and caring of others. To her, all people are equal, so therefore, should betreated equal. Scout is an individual and someone who will stand by her own perspectivesno matter how cruel other people can be. In her life, Scout learns to treat all people fairlywith dignity and respect. One of the most important people in Scout's life, is her father, Atticus. Atticus is alawyer who deals with a very tough case involving a black man and his rights. AlthoughAtticus is a single father, he manages to teach his children right from wrong. He makes ita common practice to live his life as he would like his children to live theirs, and displaysthe characteristics of an honest, respectable, and kind man. Atticus demonstrates hisfeelings by showing the highest respect for everyone in Maycomb, regardless of their coloror class. His serious defense for Tom Robinson, a black man accused of raping a whitewoman, proves his high ideals. Throughout the trial, Atticus shows Jem and Scout that allhuman beings, despite their race, deserve respect. Throughout her life, Scout understands what it means to be courageous. In thebeginning of the novel, Scout faces terrible encounters with her neighbor, Mrs. Dubose.Mrs. Dubose often shouts vicious comments and criticizes the children as they pass,though they have tried in every way to treat her in the kindest manner. One day, however,after Mrs. Dubose's comments get out of hand, Jem cuts off the tops of her camellias in arage. Atticus finds out about it and orders him to apologize immediately. Unfortunately,for Jem, his punishment is to read to Mrs. Dubose for an hour each day for a month. Scout sticks to her brother's side and makes the horrible trips with hi...
