To Kill A Mockingbird Sample Essay Questions English 8 Mrs. McDee

Be prepared to answer any three of the following essay questions for the test.

1. Discuss one of the main themes of the novel: maturity/education, prejudice, courage. Be sure to use specific examples from the novel to support your topic sentence.

2. Three characters in the novel were originally thought to be ‘bad’ or ‘mean’ for a variety of reasons. Discuss how the perception of these people changed throughout the course of the novel.

3. Explain the role that humor plays in the novel.

4. Explain the relationship between the story of Boo Radley and the story of Tom Robinson.

5. Explain in detail the significance of the title in relationship to the storyline. (Be able to support your idea with a specific person from the novel.)

6. Compare Atticus Finch and Boo Radley in relationship to their connection with Jem & Scout.