Scout learns an important life lesson through her aunt. During the time that they are visiting with other ladies from around the town, Atticus calls Aunt Alexandra and Scout into the other room to tell them that Tom Robinson was killed. Afterwards, they return to talking with the townspeople; Scout notices that Aunt Alexandra is not visibly shaken by the news and, towards her visitors, pretends that nothing is wrong. She resolves to do the same, saying "if Aunty could be a lady at a time like this, so could I" (P.237). Scout learns that there are certain times that she will have to act strong throughout her life, even if she doesn't truly feel the same way.
This kind of situation is something that everyone experiences. Learning to control emotions is a part of growing up. This event shows that Scout is maturing and starting to take a more adult outlook on life; she is beginning to think about others' opinions rather than only her own. I've experienced the same thing at several points in my life, and my reactions were probably very similar to Scout's.
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