Jem is fearful that his father has few friends and little support in town, But Maudie tells him that.
(hopes side)
Maudie assures Jem that Tom has friends besides Atticus <span>Maudie assures Jem that Tom has friends beside Atticus, particularly Judge Taylor who assigned Atticus to defend Tom because he knew Atticus was the best lawyer in town. The greatest HOPE comes from the lips of Miss Maudie, who sees the long deliberation by the jury as a good sign of things to come when it comes to racial relations and fair play.
Hope this helps and P.S. I LOVE this book! :) </span>
Ralph and Piggy feel enormous guilt over their part in Simon's murder. Piggy blames his participation on fear, where as, Ralph is unable to comprehend what led him to take part in Simon's death.
