Table of Contents
- 1 Why does Cal not want children to go to church unattended?
- 2 Why is Lula so upset about the children coming to their church?
- 3 Why did Calpurnia take such extra care and time in preparing the children to attend church with her?
- 4 Why did the children never know these things about Cal?
- 5 What happened between Lula and Calpurnia?
- 6 When did Calpurnia bring the kids to church?
Why does Cal not want children to go to church unattended?
Calpurnia can’t go to the children’s church because blacks and whites are segregated at this time. She can, however, take the kids to her church because, first, they’re children; and second, Atticus has the respect of the black community for taking Tom Robinson’s case seriously.
Why is Lula so upset about the children coming to their church?
Lula believes white children do not belong in a black church. Lula is not happy to see Scout and Jem with Calpurnia at First Purchase because it is an African-American church and she doesn’t think white children should be there.
Why does Lula stop Calpurnia as she enters the church?
Lula resents Calpurnia bringing white children to their black church. She thinks segregation should be a two-way street,”You ain’t got no business bringing’ white chillun here – they got their church, we got our’n.” She doesn’t understand where Calpurnia is coming from and why the Finch kids are special.
How do people at Calpurnia’s church react when they see the children?
For the most part, Jem and Scout are treated with respect at Calpurnia’s church and greeted with open arms by the majority of the congregation. With the exception of Lula, Jem and Scout are welcomed by the Black community and feel comfortable during the service.
Why did Calpurnia take such extra care and time in preparing the children to attend church with her?
Calpurnia is a prideful woman and wants her community members to know that she is a hard worker. Since Jem’s and Scout’s appearances reflect on her ability as a housekeeper, Cal makes sure they are dressed properly and look presentable for their first visit to First Purchase African M.E. Church.
Why did the children never know these things about Cal?
They never knew these things because Jem and Scout just took Calpurnia for granted and never stopped to think that she would have a life outside their household. Jme and Scout now see Cal as an individual in her own light, with a life and history of her own.
What is the purpose of including Lula in the text why is she upset that Jem and Scout are at church?
Lula represents the African Americans in Maycomb who are starting to voice their outrage about the unjust treatment their community members endure. Her voice needs to be heard and validated.
What is the reason the children are given as to why Aunt Alexandra has come to stay with them what do you think is the real reason?
What’s the reason the children are given as to why Aunt Alexandra has come to stay with them? What do you think it’s the real reason? She told the kids that their father md her decided it was time she came to stay for a while. That they are growing up and they need a feminine influence in their life.
What happened between Lula and Calpurnia?
In chapter 12, Calpurnia takes Jem and Scout to church with her. There, the children meet Lula. Lula, rather than being friendly, becomes angry that white children are in their black church. When Calpurnia sees this, she and Lula have a conflict.
When did Calpurnia bring the kids to church?
Calpurnia takes Jem and Scout to her church in chapter 12.