In To Kill a Mockingbird, the author included striking details that added depth to particular passages. For example, when Dill get upset and Scout takes him outside, Dill says "I don't care one speck. It ain't right, somehow it ain't right to do 'em that way. Hasn't anybody got Amy business talkin' like that—it just makes me sick" (199). This shows how Dill is being empathetic of Tom Robinson. He understands Tom's situation (to an extent) and believes that he shouldn't be treated in a disrespectful manner because he was black. This also reveals how although Dill does still have some childish qualities, he is able to feel empathy towards others in certain situations. Most of the residents of Maycomb want Tom to be proven guilty simply because he is black. They look down upon the Ewell's but take Mayella's side when up against a different race. Harper Lee uses striking details to add depth to the novel.
In To Kill a Mockingbird, the author adds specific details to provoke thoughts throughout the novel. For instance, when on the witness stand, Mayella says "Long's he keeps on callin' me ma'am an sayin' Miss Mayella. I don't hafta take his sass, I ain't called upon to take it (182). This shows how Mayella is offended by Atticus calling her "ma'am" and "miss" because she thinks he is making fun if her. It reveals a bit about what Mayella is used to and how she is treated. It's a little sad how she is not familiar with the politeness that is used by Atticus because of how badly she is usually treated. This might make one feel sorry for Mayella because she may not deem herself to be worthy of polite terms in result of the infrequency that they are used towards her. Additionally, this demonstrates how forlorn Mayella might be feeling because she doesn't have any friends and isn't used to being respected. Throughout the novel, the Harper Lee includes striking details in order to provoke one's thoughts.
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