To Kill A Mockingbird Essay Topics

Choose one of the following topics and write an essay of approximately 800 words. We will be working on this essay in class and you will be expected to complete some paragraphs as homework. The schedule below will help with time management.

Outline: Friday, November 13

Introduction: Monday, November 16

Good Copy (for peer editing): Wednesday, November 18

Final Draft Monday, November 23

Topics:

  1. Atticus is portrayed as the ideal role model in Harper Lee’s novel To Kill A Mockingbird. Prove this statement is true by referring to his actions as a father, as a lawyer and as a neighbor.

OR

  1. Scout’s perception of the world changes as she matures. She learns that the realities of the world include prejudice, hypocrisy, misjudgment and injustice. (pick any three)

OR

  1. Atticus and his family (Scout, Jem and Calpurnia) exemplify the morals and values of the way the world should be: intelligence, courage and tolerance. These virtues are in contrast to the actions of the people in Maycomb, Alabama who display ignorance, cowardice and intolerance.

Use the outline that is included to help you organize your information and supporting details. Be sure to check the rubric before submitting your essay.