Calpurnia is the Finch family's black cook since the death of
Atticus's wife.Calpurnia takes Scout to church on Sundays and this gives her
an opportunity to understand the difference between the whites
and blacks in Maycomb.Scout, Jem, and Dill are able to watch the trial because
Calpurnia's church pastor makes space for them on the balcony
among the coloured peopleCalpurnia is unique in Maycomb, as she is one of
the few black residents who is literate.Scout describes her as
strict, demanding, and even tyrannical.