Question

Why is Atticus upset when he discovers that his children are trying to give Boo Radley a letter, and why does he forbid them from playing near Boo’s house? Support your answer with evidence from the text.


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Answer 1

Atticus is upset because he wants to protect Boo Radley’s privacy and understands that Boo is a reclusive figure who deserves respect. He forbids his children from playing near Boo's house to prevent them from intruding on Boo's life and to teach them empathy and consideration for others. In *To Kill a Mockingbird*, Atticus tells Scout, “You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view... until you climb into his skin and walk around in it," emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting Boo's boundary.