What we see in Chapter 14 is the tension in the Finch household since Atticus agreed to defend Tom Robinson. Atticus knows how the people of Maycomb feel about him defending Tom, but he refuses to let their opinions deter him from doing what he knows is right. Atticus and Aunt Alexandra are arguing over how he raises Jem and Scout, and Jem threatens to spank Scout if she causes any more problems that will make Atticus worry more. This tension is setting up the events that will occur as a result of Tom's trial, including how the citizens of Maycomb treat Atticus, Jem, and Scout.
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