Discuss the ways that Calpurnia, Miss Maudie, and Aunt Alexandra influence Scout's growing understanding of what it means to be a Southern "lady."

Calpurnia teachesthe importance of respecting her company
and treating others with hospitality, which is a significant character trait of courteous
Southern women. Calpurnia also disciplines Scout whenever she misbehaves and acts as a positive
role model to her. Calpurnia provides Scout with significant insight into the black community
and Scout learns the importance of code-switching. Cal also teaches Scout to remain humble and
not brag about her intelligence in front of uneducated people with fewer privileges in
life.

Miss Maudie shows Scout how to maintain
her composure during difficult times and remain positive when faced with adversity. Maudie
remains optimistic after her house burns down and continues to support the Finch family after
the wrongful conviction of Tom Robinson. Miss Maudie also teaches Scout the importance of
following her conscience and staying true to herself by not conforming to racist community
members and defendingduring Aunt Alexandra's missionary...