To Kill a Mockingbird Final Exam Review Sheet
I. Part One--Multiple Choice (20 questions; 40 points total). Know the
following:
 Focus on the events and characters in Chapters 22-31. Review the
chapter questions and answers.
 Understand and be able to write about the following themes (messages
the author is telling her readers): Inequality, Stereotypes,
Prejudice/Discrimination, Acceptable/Proper Behaviors, Responsible
vs. Irresponsible Actions, Heroes and Villains, Innocence vs.
Experience, Benevolence (generosity), Acceptance vs. Rejection
 Conflicts: Atticus vs. Bob Ewell, Aunt Alexandra vs. Scout
 Characterization and plot events of the following characters: Tom
Robinson, Helen Robinson, Sheriff Tate, Calpurnia, Aunt Alexandra,
Atticus, Scout, Jem, Bob Ewell, Mayella Ewell, Miss Gates, Boo
Radley, Miss Maudie, Mr. Link Deas, Judge Taylor, women of
Maycomb, Mr. Underwood, Dill, Mr. Cunningham, Cecil Jacobs
II. Part Two—Critical Lens Book Review (60 points). Know how to
compose an essay on a quote (to be provided on the day of the exam). You
will have to follow these steps:
Introductory Paragraph (15 points)—
 Begin with an attention-grabbing opening.
 State the quote, with the author’s/speaker’s full name.
 Include your opinion (whether you agree or disagree) of the quote.
 Interpret the quote.
 Introduce the novel To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and briefly
explain how the novel supports the quote.
Body Paragraph (15 points):
 Begin with a topic sentence that the entire paragraph focuses on.
 Provide specific evidence from the novel to support your opinion of the
quote.
 Analyze the novel clearly, using ONE literary element (characterization,
setting, theme, or foreshadowing).
 DO NOT SUMMARIZE THE PLOT.

Organize your ideas—do not jump around from one idea to the next. Use
transition words/phrases, such as: in addition, on the other hand, as a
result, although, furthermore, not only, also.
Conclusion (15 points):
 Restate your opinion about the quote.
 Summarize the ideas (not the plot) presented throughout your writing.
 Include the title and author of the novel.
 Leave the reader with a final, interesting thought.
Language (15 points):
 You used sophisticated and appropriate vocabulary.
 You used proper sentence structure (avoided run-ons and included short
and long, detailed sentences).
 You used appropriate spelling and punctuation.
 You used proper capitalization and usage.
 You avoided informal language (such as: instant message/email
language).
*You MUST proofread before turning in your paper!