In Chapter 9, Atticus has a conversation with his brother about the upcoming trial. During the conversation, Jack asks Atticus how he thinks the trial will go, and Atticus responds by telling him that it couldn't be any worse. Atticus then tells Jack that before the trial is over, he hopes to "jar the jury a bit" (55). Atticus says he couldn't face his children if he didn't defend Tom to the best of his ability. Aside from exposing the truth to the prejudiced community of Maycomb, Atticus hopes his children will learn from his defense of Tom Robinson. Atticus wishes to be a positive role model for his children and influence them by defending an innocent black man in front of a racist jury. Atticus also hopes the community will feel ashamed for convicting an innocent, crippled black man and gradually make steps toward a more equal and just society.
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