pg 133-134 conversation chpt. 13

The reasoning behind this conversation is that there is a history to there family and even though Atticus might not really follow their history, Jem's and Scout's Aunt Alexandra does. Aunt Alexandra is very particular about reputation, in which she presents herself and her family presents themselves. This conversation was mean to be gentle and to tell them that they have to be presentable for the family, even if they do not want to. It also means that their Aunt really wants them to be lady and gentleman like. They have to grow up forsake of their family's reputation. Then, Scout said"it takes a woman to do that kind of work?" It means that most of the men probably don't set down the law, they just do what ever they want. Plus, the Women seem to be more stern and concerned about their reputations. Most of the men do not set down the laws. Atticus can't even say that he cares about this reputation probably deny that. it also is that women cause be more assertive with things and right here, her Aunt is setting down the law.