Courage in To Kill A Mockingbird Courage is shown in the characters of To Kill A Mockingbird in different situations. Characters are challenged to face danger or pain without fear. The courage they show gives them strength and deepens their self-understanding as the novel progresses. Early in the novel, Scout illustrates the courage she embodies. On her first day of school, Scout serves as an ambassador for the entire class. He takes on the task of informing Miss Caroline of Walter Cunningham's situation. Miss Caroline had just scolded Scout for her ability to read, however, Scout still feels the need for leadership from the classes. Most children his age are afraid that talking to the teacher is such a bold way. Scout shows advanced maturity for her age, and this allows her to successfully act on her courage, rather than suppress its existence. Walter Cunningham himself was shy and afraid to talk to the teacher. Scout overcame the small fears plaguing the rest of the class and acted in Walter's best interest. Her courage speaks to Walter's absence and inability to express her financial situation. Jem faces a brave situation regarding the Radley house. His courage comes from the fear of receiving a whipping from Atticus and, more importantly, his disapproval. Jem is willing to risk his life to save his father from disappointment. The threat of Mr. Radley waiting for the intruder with his gun instills fear in Jem. However, Jem overcomes this fear to support Atticus' faith. Being the only eldest child puts pressure on Jem to establish a… middle of paper… start but start anyway and make it no matter what. You rarely win, but sometimes you do." (112). Among all the examples of courage there is not a situation in which courage does not derive from a need internal to the character. Courage is the internal desire to succeed and to do what is right no matter what humiliations or consequences plague you because of your decision Scout, Jem, Atticus, Calpurnia, and Mrs. Dubose understood the risks they faced but continued with their actions because it was moral. Not everyone went into their personal situation expecting to win, Scout still faced further scolding from Miss Caroline Jem eventually told his father what he had done to the Radleys, but they do not regret the courage they showed for the sake of good intentions..