Calpurnia - quotes and what we learn - Flashcards in GCSE English Literature

"Our Cal's a good cook."

This shows us that even though Scout always complains about it, Calpurnia is appreciated by the Finch Family.

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"Calpurnia had more education that most coloured folks."

This shows Calpurnia had a good education and has good speech compared to the rest of the coloured community.

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"We couldn't operate a single day without Cal."

This shows how strongly Calpurnia is relied upon by the Finch family.

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"I missed you today,' she said. 'The house got so lonesome."

This shows that Calpurnia loves the children.

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""She seemed glad to see me when i appeared in the kitchen."

This shows that Calpurnia really appreciates Scout and Jem.

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"I don't want anyone sayin' I don't look after my children."

This shows she takes pride in looking after Jem and Scout and wants them to be respectable and also be respectful toward others.

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"Shes tried to bring them up according to her lights, and Cals lights are pretty good, and another thing the kids love her."

This shows Calpurnia puts a lot int raising Jem and Scout and that she is caring

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This shows Calpurnia had a good education and has good speech compared to the rest of the coloured community.

"Calpurnia had more education that most coloured folks."

This shows how strongly Calpurnia is relied upon by the Finch family.

This shows that Calpurnia loves the children.

This shows that Calpurnia really appreciates Scout and Jem.

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