Because Bob Ewell is insecure about himself,it causes him to lie in court using obscene comments and swaying public opinion with his alleged “charm”. Bob Ewell’s character is foreseen as a snarky, snobby, and mad character. He is often outraged and uses snarky comments in court to sway the public on his side. His actions allow the reader to predict that he is insecure about himself, especially during the trial when Atticus cross-examines him on which hand he writes with. This causes him to be in a state of outrage and is the starting of his hate for Atticus. These actions lead him to bring upon fear onto Mayella and Atticus’ children. Harper Lee portrays Bob Ewell's daughter, Mayella as a lonely soul. With no motherly figure or friends she