Based on the historical context of this novel, why is Mitchell more concerned about consequences than Paul is?
Mitchell has a long history of getting into trouble with his family, so he has good reason to be worried about getting
into trouble now.
Mitchell comes from a family of sharecroppers on Paul's father's land. If Mitchell's father loses his job, the family
will have to find somewhere else to live.
Mitchell's father is not able to work anywhere else. If Mitchell's father loses his job, the family will have nowhere to
go.
Mitchell's family own the stables where Paul's father keeps his horse. If Mitchell's father loses his job, the family
will lose Paul's father's business.