Question
What does Jem's retelling of Boo Radley's story reveal about the community?
Responses
The children's imagination only
The children's imagination only
The town's progressive attitudes
The town's progressive attitudes
The power of gossip and prejudice in small-town life
The power of gossip and prejudice in small-town life EndFragment
The community's complete acceptance of outsiders
Responses
The children's imagination only
The children's imagination only
The town's progressive attitudes
The town's progressive attitudes
The power of gossip and prejudice in small-town life
The power of gossip and prejudice in small-town life EndFragment
The community's complete acceptance of outsiders
Answers
GPT-4o mini
Jem's retelling of Boo Radley's story reveals **the power of gossip and prejudice in small-town life**. This is evident in how the children’s perceptions and the narratives surrounding Boo are shaped largely by rumors and societal biases, illustrating how these elements influence the community's view of him and his actions. The story highlights how misunderstandings and fear can lead to negative assumptions about those who are different or isolated from the community.