In "To Kill a Mockingbird," what do we learn about Maylla Ewell? Chapter 18 "To Kill a Mockingbird"

In chapter 18 of "To Kill a Mockingbird," we learn that Mayella Ewell is a sad, lonely, and abused girl. She is also illiterate and uneducated.

She is solely responsible to care for the large family. Although she lives a sad life, she tries to make it a little better for her siblings and herself by attempting to decorate their home and buying the children ice cream.

We also learn that Mayella is afraid of her father and is of weak character when she lies to save her reputation, putting Tom's life on the line.