Question

1. in to kill a mockingbird, what is the main reason atticus finch defends tom robinson?

a) he believes in justice and equality
b) he wants to become famous
c) he feels pity for tom
d) he is forced to defend him by the court

Explanation:

In "To Kill a Mockingbird", Atticus Finch is a character who upholds moral values. He defends Tom Robinson because he believes in justice and equality, standing against racial prejudice. Option B is incorrect as he has no desire for fame. Option C is wrong as his motivation is not pity but a sense of justice. Option D is false as he takes the case out of his own moral conviction, not force from the court.

Answer:

A) He believes in justice and equality