Is the phrase "it's a sin to kill a mockingbird considerd an aphorism?

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To Kill a Mockingbird

Is the phrase "it's a sin to kill a mockingbird considerd an aphorism?

In the beginning of chapter 10

Asked by Francis H #545490 on 8/12/2016 7:36 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 8/12/2016 9:53 PM

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 8/12/2016 9:53 PM

An aphorism is an observation that includes something generally truthful. In this instance, Atticus' observation that mockingbirds bring nothing but pleasure is truthful.... thus, it is an aphorism.

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