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 convic