The opposition position is the one that defends the statement that is contrary to the main claim of a debate. In this case, the main claim states that cell-phone use while driving should be banned in all states. The opposition claim, therefore, is the one that states that cell-phone use should <em>not</em> be banned in all states. On the other hand, the affirmative position is the one that supports the claim.
This changes when Atticus shoots the mad dog. They find out that he is a sharp shooter and was infamous in the county as one-shot Finch. They were now proud of their father. Jem is confused that his father has kept this a secret and at first wants to know why Atticus would not be proud and brag about this ability.
The reason Jem won't allow Scout to brag about Atticus's talent is because he wants to be a gentleman like his father and understands that having the ability to shoot beings is not something to take pride in.
