As the trial approaches the tension in the Finch household rises, and an escapee from under a bed. This To Kill A Mockingbird Chapter 14 Quiz shows the conflict between Atticus and Alexandra about Calpurnia’s place in the family. Be ready to answer questions about Dill’s unexpected return and the lengthening shadows over the children.
To Kill A Mockingbird Chapter 14 Quiz Questions
- Why does Aunt Alexandra argue with Atticus at the beginning of Chapter 14?
- What does Aunt Alexandra believe about Calpurnia’s influence on Scout?
- What does Scout do that shocks Aunt Alexandra during their argument?
- What is Atticus’s response when Alexandra insists he dismiss Calpurnia?
- Why does Scout go to Jem’s room after the argument with Aunt Alexandra?
- What does Scout notice about Jem in this chapter?
- Why does Jem tell Scout not to antagonize Aunt Alexandra?
- What does Scout call Jem that makes him angry?
- What happens after Scout insults Jem?
- Who breaks up the fight between Jem and Scout?
- What does Atticus tell Jem and Scout after breaking up their fight?
- Why does Scout feel something under her bed that frightens her?
- Who is actually hiding under Scout’s bed?
- Why did Dill run away from home?
- Where has Dill been hiding before coming to Maycomb?
- How did Dill travel to Maycomb?
- Who is Dill staying with in Maycomb?
- What excuse does Dill give for running away?
- How does Aunt Alexandra react to Dill’s appearance?
- How does Atticus react when he learns Dill ran away?
- What does Atticus allow Dill to do before going to sleep?
- How does Scout describe Dill’s explanation of his journey?
- What does Dill say about his home life that makes Scout sad?
- What theme is highlighted through Dill’s runaway story?
- What realization does Scout have about Dill’s feelings?
- What does Jem do that surprises Scout after Dill’s arrival?
- Why does Scout feel betrayed by Jem?
- What symbolic meaning does Dill’s return carry in this chapter?
- How does Atticus handle Dill’s situation differently from Aunt Alexandra?
- What is the tone of Chapter 14 overall?