He is a black field hand. He is the man accused of rape. He is one of the novel’s “mockingbirds."
He was innocent.
He was innocent.
Tom Robinson was falsely accused of rapping a white women, Mayella. Unfortunately, he had been at the wrong place at the wrong time. He was one of the only men who was around and spoke to her, only to say hi. She just wanted experience with a man since she grew up sheltered only to babysit he younger siblings and to act as a mother figure to them. Therefore, when she got the chance, she kissed him. She was embarrassed or what not. He father beat her. To cover it up she accused Tom. Tom is a strong good guy who didn't deserve to be treated the way he was.
This is an example of racial prejudice. He was accused just because of his skin color.
This is an example of racial prejudice. He was accused just because of his skin color.