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Let Scout Come Into The Radley Yard In To Kill A Mockingbird

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Would you ever sneak into a scary, creepy, and terrifying yard to uphold your reputation? This is what Jem, a character in “To Kill a Mockingbird” did. Everybody agrees Scout, Dill and Jem snuck into Mr. Radleys back yard. Some people think Jem should not have let Scout come into the Radley Yard and peep through Boo’s window with Dill and him. Conversely, others believe Jem should have let Scout come into the Radley Yard with Dill and him. Jem not have let Scout come into the Radley Yard and peep through Boo’s window with Dill and him for three reasons: Scout could have died, Jem is being irresponsible, and Jem could be whipped by Atticus. That is why Jem should not have let Scout come. The first reason Jem should not have let Scout come into the Radley Yard and peep through Boo’s window with Dill and him is because Scout could have died. She is only a 8 year old and cannot run very fast. Mr Radley also said he has “got another bullet waitin’ for the next sound he ears in that patch, an’ next time he won’t aim high, be it dog, nigger, or – Jem Finch!?” Moreover, Scout is naive and young but Jem is older and knowledgeable, and she still cannot tell the difference between right and wrong. This is why Jem should not have let Scout come into the Radley yard with Dill and him. The second reason Jem should not have let Scout come into the …show more content…

Jem put Scout in danger and if Atticus found it Jem would get the punishment. He is also sneaking out which sets a bad example to her. Scout should be learning her manners, however she is being poorly influenced by Jem. Moreover, Jem lies to Atticus about sneaking out with Scout and Dill, and if Atticus were to find out, he would get in trouble along with Scout and Dill. This is why Jem should not have let Scout come into the Radley Yard with him and

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