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Calpurnia, or 'Cal' as she is sometimes called, works for the Finches. She is what you could call a housemaid. She cleans, cooks and watches Jem and Scout when Atticus is at work. Even though she's black, they consider her part of the family.

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Calpurnia is the Finch family's housekeeper in "To Kill a Mockingbird." She plays a significant role in the children's lives, providing them with guidance and discipline, especially in the absence of their mother. Calpurnia also serves as a bridge between the Finch family and the African American community in Maycomb.

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Calpurnia is the housekeeper for the Finch household. Jem and Scout both love Calpurnia very deeply and Atticus has a lot of respect for her.

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