We continued reviewing Bobby's revised test essay by addressing word usage, capitalization, run-ons ,and fragments. To reinforce this instruction, Bobby completed a short exercise on identifying and fixing sentence run-ons and fragments.Turning our attention to the reading, we then discussed character development and change as an element of the novel. We focused on Jem's maturing in his recognition that he must inform Atticus that the run-away ,Dill, is hiding in the bedroom, thereby breaking in Scout's mind" the "remaining code of their childhood",not to tattle. Bobby offered a good analysis of a critical scene in the novel wherein Scout, through her innocence, prevents a lynching by appealing to the mob's humanity . We discussed lynching in the South and related current events arising from police brutality in predominantly Black communities. For homework due Tuesday , I assigned further essay revisions and reading chapter 18.