-she notices mr cunningham
- the men left because mr cunningham was the leader and told them to leave
Scout recognizes Mr. Cunningham in the mob of men who come to the jail intent on harming Tom Robinson. She speaks to him, reminding him of their personal connection and humanity, which ultimately leads him to disperse the mob peacefully.
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Scout recognizes Mr. Cunningham in the mob at the jail, and she talks to him, appealing to his sense of decency and humanity to break up the mob and prevent them from carrying out any violence.
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In "To Kill a Mockingbird," Scout recognizes Boo Radley as Arthur Radley, the reclusive neighbor who she and her brother Jem had been curious about throughout the novel.
The mob was listening to Scout because her innocence and fearlessness in approaching Walter Cunningham Sr. humanized him and reminded the men of their own morals and values. By seeing Walter through Scout's eyes, the men were shamed into abandoning their violent intentions and dispersing peacefully.
The affect scout had on the mob is she made them more kind hearted.
The children, Scout and Jem, intervened and approached the mob at the jail where Atticus was guarding Tom Robinson. Scout's innocent conversation with Mr. Cunningham, one of the mob members, and her recognition of other men in the mob led them to disperse and retreat. Her presence humanized the situation and prevented any violence from occurring.
Scout and Jem learn that the mob mentality can instigate violence and anger, but individuals within the group can still recognize their humanity and show compassion. They see how people can be swept up in emotions and lose their sense of reason when acting as part of a group.
Scout learns that mob mentality can fuel irrational behavior and violence, as seen during the mob scene outside the jail when a group of men gather to harm Tom Robinson. She realizes that people are quick to follow the crowd and abandon their critical thinking when swept up in the emotions of a group.
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Scout diffuses the tension in the lynch mob scene in Chapter 15 of "To Kill a Mockingbird." She recognizes Mr. Cunningham in the mob and engages him in conversation about his entailment with Atticus. Her innocence and compassion remind the men of their humanity, shifting their focus away from violence and dispersing the mob.
Scout recognized Mr. Cunningham from among the men in the semi-circle outside the jail. She spoke to him about his son Walter, which helped diffuse the tension and danger of the situation.