To Kill a Mockingbird

Why does Atticus ask Bob to write his name? What effect does this have on the jury?

Chapter 16-17

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Atticus asks if Mr. Ewell can write, and he says he can, so Atticus asks him to write his name on an envelope. In so doing, it is revealed that Mr. Ewell is left-handed. Mayella was beaten by someone who is left-handed.

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