Throughout every one of the sources, people face moral dilemmas and show different and unique reactions to these situations; although unique, they show a pattern. There is so much corruption in society, and every single person has the choice to either act according to society’s expectations or do what is right, meanwhile risking their reputation. Most adults in this world have seen corruption time and time again, resulting in many turning their backs upon witnessing injustice. Children, on the other hand, usually show naivetè and innocence from their lack of exposure to the corruption of the world. How strong might someone have to be in order to resist mindlessly following society’s expectations?
In the given sources, a pattern is clearly shown. Every source shows the presence of moral dilemmas and the different ways they are solved by different people. No one person can be the same as another, which is what makes us unique. Harriet Tubman, for example, was enslaved. She had no rights and was
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A mockingbird is untainted and merely sings melodies for others to enjoy, yet are shot down by hunters for the mere purpose of enjoying and entertaining themselves. One who has been prosecuted or put in an unsafe situation despite their innocence is an example of a mockingbird; one who is innocent, gentle, and naive in most cases.
During the court trial in the novel, the judge and jury had a choice to make with Tom Robinson. Would they make the right decision in listening to logos with the set of facts right in front of them, or would they choose ethos and make a decision based solely on what the public wants the jury and judge to say? The authorities ended up choosing ethos, not caring about telling the truth to protect Tom Robinson, the mockingbird. The judges in this part of the book are acting as a hunter would to a bird, an innocent bird, in this