In To Kill A Mockingbird by Harper Lee, name three characters who have sacrificed themselves for the sake of others.
(I've thought of Atticus Finch and Boo Radley, but have difficulty of thinking of the third person.)
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What about Calpurnia?
Does she sacrifice herself by taking care of Scout and Jem?
She has a child of her own, doesn't she? Of course, she is a paid employee. What do YOU think?
Well, she does spend most of her time at the Finch house caring for Scout and Jem. It's also mentioned a couple of times in the novel that Calpurnia stayed late at the Finch house watching the children since Atticus wasn't home. Maybe she's sacrificing her time with her child and at home to make sure Scout and Jem are safe when Atticus isn't home?
I don't know who your teacher has in mind. I can't think of any other character who goes beyond what is expected of him/her, unless it is Scout herself sometimes. Remember, she invites the poor boy to have a meal with her family and doesn't think she should be a snob about it.
I think I'll go with Calpurnia, since I'll be using this for an essay and will probably have more evidence for her than Scout. Thanks for your help!
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