To Kill A Mockinbird: Scout In To Kill a Mockingbird, a novel by Harper Lee, Jean Louise "Scout" Finch, through her many experiences, came to realize many lessons. Two of which follow: who it is sinful to harm and the understanding of others. She achieved them when observing Tom Robinson's trial and standing on the Radleys' porch. Scout learned that it is a sin to hurt someone who doesn't do harm to others. Tom Robinson was a man who worked hard to support his family; he never did harm to anyone else. He was accused of rape and brought to court. Although he was clearly innocent, he was convicted and sent to jail. Soon after, he was shot a