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Atticus Finch Trial Essay

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Atticus Finch This morning, Maycomb’s beloved Atticus Finch was murdered by the vicious Robert Ewell, as a result of his work on the criminal defense of Tom Robinson. The lovely father of two young children and lawyer in Maycomb county who fought for Tom Robinson during a groundbreaking case that inspired many to reconsider their social norms, was murdered as a result of his work on this case. Robert ‘Bob’ Ewell, the father of the victim, Mayella Ewell, is rumoured to drink and abuse his children, and was not happy with Atticus’ attitude in the court regarding Robinson’s innocence and humanity. The day after the trial met at court, Bob Ewell approached Atticus at the post office, spat on his face and stabbed him in the stomach. After the police were called by a witness, the doctor came to the scene and declared Mr. Finch dead. …show more content…

Deas’ cotton farm. “He passed by the house everyday,” confirmed Mayella in court (Lee 209). Mayella and Mr. Ewell claimed Tom raped Mayella after she asked him to help fix a chiffarobe inside the house. Tom and his lawyer, Mr. Finch, argued it was a misunderstanding and pleaded for innocence. The trials ended with Mr. Robinson was convicted and sent to Enfield Prison Farm. During the trial, Atticus asked Mayella about Robert Ewell's anger and rage, hinting at the idea that Bob victimized his daughter.. Mayella seemed uncomfortable and answered rather unconfidently. Mr. Ewell also seemed rather uncomfortable in this

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