Character Profiles and Quote Banks

For each of the important characters in the novel, To Kill A Mockingbird, you should take the time to make notes on the following things:

1. What role do they play in the novel?
2. How are they linked to other characters?
3. What key scenes are they involved in?
4. How do they contribute to our understanding of the themes of the book?
5. General description of age, gender, personality, appearance, etc.
6. How do they view the other characters in the book?
7. How do others view them?

As you consider these elements, use quotes to reinforce your evaluations. This way, your character profile also become quote banks that will be useful in the lead up to your oral. For each quote that you use, indicate what page it is from, who says it (if relevant) and take the time to explain the significance of the quote.