We explored the theme of moral courage by comparing Atticus and Mrs Duboise as models of moral courage. Bobby discussed Atticus' comment that carrying and using a gun does not exemplify moral courage . We further placed in the notebook Atticus' comment that moral courage entails carrying on even when one knows he can not succeed .We then articulated textual support demonstrating ways Atticus and Mrs .Duboise display moral courage. We further explored the symbolism of the rabid dog. Bobby again demonstrated a good understanding of the novel by noting the similarities between the sickness in the dog and the lurking "sickness' of racism in the Maycomb society. Last, we completed rewriting the homework assignment addressing the symbolism of the mockingbird. As we will be having a test on Thursday, I today suggested Bobby begin studying the notes and vocabulary for homework.