The novel To kill a Mocking Bird mainly deals with the struggle of one family trying to deal with racism and the effects it has on them and their lives. ... In Harper Lee's book, To Kill A Mockingbird, there are many examples of racism. ... Atticus, a lawyer, who defended blacks in court, was mocked. ... Even when Calpurnia, a Finch family friend, did not make the perfect cup of coffee, she was mocked. ... Even when blacks did do well, they were still mocked. ...

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In Harper Lee's book, To Kill A Mockingbird, there are many examples of racism. During this time in history racism was acceptable; as a matter of fact if you were not racist to blacks they would call you names such as "nigger lover" so in a way people were forced to do whatever society did or you wo...

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To Kill A Mocking Bird Essay In the book To Kill a Mockingbird, Harper Lee addresses many themes such as prejudice, innocence, courage and coming of age, although racism seems to stand out the most. ... The sheriff later kills Tom when he tries to run while in custody. ...

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• Grade Level: High School