Chapters 5+6 TKAM

“We can understand others better by considering their experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.”

Chapters 5 and 6 of “To Kill a Mockingbird”, discusses and illustrates how this quote can affect ones life. For instance, when Miss Maudie was talking to Scout, she said, “ Things that happen to people we never really know. What happens in houses behind closed doors, what secrets…“(46). This quote connects to the statement because people never know what really has happened to Boo throughout his life. In other words they don’t understand the hardships that Boo has had to endure, nor do they know about his backgrounds. This reflects on the world when people make assumptions about others without getting to know them.  Considering people’s experiences enables you to understand them as a person and how you should relate to them. Another connection to this statement is when Atticus was telling Scout “You never really understand a person until you consider things from their point of view”(30). This exemplifies Atticus’ view regarding Boo Radley myths.  Atticus believes that even when everyone believes they have Boo Radley figured out, they really don’t because they don’t have the same perspective on life that Boo does. This connects to the world through people making premature judgements of people. People should really stop and think how the others person’s view of the topic is shaped by their background and experiences.