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 of justice and equality. He defends Tom Robinson not for fame, pity, or because he was forced, but because he believes in giving a fair defense regardless of Tom's race, driven by his principles of justice and equality. Option B is incorrect as Atticus isn't motivated by fame. Option C is wrong as his defense is based on justice, not pity. Option D is incorrect as he chose to defend Tom out of his own sense of justice, not force from the court.

Answer:

A) He believes in justice and equality