First off, can i just say to kill a mockingbird is an amazing book!
Second,
<span>After the verdict is read, and Tom is found guilty, the black community, sitting in the balcony of the courthouse in their segregated section, rises as a whole when Atticus walks out of the courthouse. They know that Atticus has done his best to defend Tom Robinson. After the trial, food is brought to Atticus's home as a sign of respect.</span>