To Kill a Mockingbird

Chapter one of the book To Kill a Mockingbird

Why does Jem tell Scout not to ask Dill about his father? What can the reader infer about Jem and Scout's relationship from this exchange?

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Dill's parents are divorced. Jem seems to get new stepfathers at different times. Jem tells Scout what to do, especially in social situations. He knows Scout tends to say what is on her mind.

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