How do the historical conditions of this period affect this excerpt from the novel

What does atticus do that makes mayella ewell think that he's making fun of her? what does this show us about mayella's life?

Write a literary analysis essay about an intercalary chapter of the grapes of wrath. your essay should examine how the structure and language support the overall purpose, and it should include specific examples from the text to support your claim. your essay should include the following elements: • a claim that takes a clear stand on the author's purpose, supported by main points • evidence from the text that supports your claim and main points • commentary that the reader understand how your evidence should be interpreted • an introduction, body and conclusion that organize the content of your essay

What does the word "rhetoric" mean?