List Of Catchy Persuasive Essay Topics On To Kill A Mockingbird


Written by Harper Lee, To Kill a Mockingbird is a novel that is still on the reading for almost every school in the country. This timeless classic is set in Alabama during the 1930s, and tells the story of what it is like to grow up for Scott Finch and her brother Jem. The book follows the two siblings, their friend Dill, their father Atticus, the neighbor Boo, and their housekeeper, Calpurnia.

The book is so interesting and it has so many layers that choosing a topic to write your persuasive essay on can be a truly enjoyable assignment. The context of how the story is taken depends entirely on the reader, making it a wonderful novel to examine in-depth. Here is a list of catchy topics with which you can practice you skills of persuasion:

  • The choice that Atticus made to defend Tom Robinson was smart, although there were many drawbacks for his own family.
  • One of the main concepts in the book is how some of the townspeople used prejudice to feel superior, but it actually ensured that they were unable to develop properly as human beings.
  • Is it possible for one person to make a difference? ( Choose from one of the main characters in the story).
  • Atticus is overall a father to applaud, even though he does make some mistakes.
  • Atticus has a difficult time understanding Scout and Jem, and trying to have a better relationship with them.
  • The main point that is ultimately demonstrated by the end of the novel is that although numerous characters may believe they have power in group beliefs, more power is possessed when one person acts with complete integrity.
  • Since Scout is so innocent, even when her narration is inaccurate or faulty the reader is more clearly able to see into the true character of people and events.
  • The three children are shown to value courage and heroism which comes from physical strength, while the ultimate lesson learned in the end is that those who fight spiritual and moral battles with inner strength have greater courage.
  • Aunt Alexandra has several character flaws that she struggles with, even though her status in Maycomb is very respected, including social and racial prejudice.
  • Religion is an important aspect of life for the majority of the town's residents, however, one illustration the novel brings to light is that more harm than good can often be done by religious zealots who end up being hypocritical.
  • Many of Scout's most valuable lessons are learned from real-life experiences because she found her education to be disappointing.
 
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