Essay Plan

The examiner is looking for you to show that you understand Atticus character and how Atticus’ character ad relationships make him a good father. You MUST use PEE throughout.

Plan

1 – Introduction

What are you going to do? You are going to explore how Atticus is presented as a good parent.

2 – Atticus and his children

What type of relationship does Atticus have with his children?

Why is their relationship important?

What type of example does Atticus set to his children?

Think about his role in Tom’s case, his moral lessons the way he educates Jem and Scout. (Refer to useful quotations)

3 - How Atticus treats his children and others

Select examples of how Atticus treats his children and other people.

He supports Tom he looks after Alexandra, refer to the fact that he is also a single parent and therefore his job is even harder.

4 – Conclusion

Come to a firm conclusion how is Atticus presented as a good father?

You MUST use quotations

REMEMBER TO USE P.E.E/PQD THROUGHOUT.