Setting is determining time, place, and tone in fiction. To aid your understanding of To Kill a Mockingbird, you and a partner will conduct research on a particular element of life in a small town in the American South in the early 1930's.
Directions: After gathering your information, present your findings to the class. While working on this project, keep in mind that interesting details and humorous stories are most memorable for your audience.
Use this research guide to find pertinent information on your topic.