Chapter+4

Chapter 4: The feared Radley trees in the feared Radley territory surprisingly provided mysterious gifts. The first of which was gum found by Scout. Jem later told her to spit it out after he was informed it was from the Radley tree. Another gift, found by Jem, was two Indian head copper pennies found in a jewelry box. It is thought that those type of coins are magical. The tree also naturally produces pecans that are believed to be poisoned by the Radleys.
 * Radley tree – include the myths and gifts

Mrs. Dubose is said to be "the meanest old lady that ever lived." Her house is two doors north of the Finch house and is one of the marks for the children's playing boundaries, the other boundary being the Radley house.
 * Character description and analysis of Mrs. Dubose

“The Boo Radley” game is a game that Jem, Scout, and Dill played. The game was basically a re-inaction of the Radley house rumors and lifestyle. They played in their front yard, in view of the whole neighborhood, and each day the story became more complex and developed. Eventually, Atticus saw them and disapproved of it. When he finally caught them sending a note to Boo Radley, he told them what he thought and that they should mind their own business and stop playing.
 * Analyze the “Boo Radley game” – Atticus’ reaction?

The foreshadowing on page page 38 is Jem will have to face his fear about the Radley house. On page 38 he shows that he needs to prove he is not afraid, hinting that he will prove himself again. The foreshadowing on page 41 is the laughter coming from the house when Scout rolls in the tire to the door. The laughter hints that Boo Radley or someone else is alive in the house and is watching them as they play.
 * Foreshadowing – page 38 and 41