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What does Brother Tarp give the narrator in Ch. 18?
What does Brother Tarp give the narrator in Ch. 18?
A piece of the chain he once wore
Why was Brother Tarp on a chain gang?
Why was Brother Tarp on a chain gang?
Because he had dared to say the word no
Why is Brother Westrum opposed to the piece of chain on the narrator's desk?
Why is Brother Westrum opposed to the piece of chain on the narrator's desk?
Because it shows difference instead of unity
What does Westrum use as evidence that the narrator is only trying to promote himself?
What does Westrum use as evidence that the narrator is only trying to promote himself?
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What decision does the narrator accept for the time period that will be needed to clear charges against him?
What decision does the narrator accept for the time period that will be needed to clear charges against him?
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Why does the narrator go to the white woman's apartment in Ch. 19?
Why does the narrator go to the white woman's apartment in Ch. 19?
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What does the narrator discover when he gets to the woman's apartment?
What does the narrator discover when he gets to the woman's apartment?
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When the woman says the narrator's voice is 'primitive,' what does she actually intend with the statement?
When the woman says the narrator's voice is 'primitive,' what does she actually intend with the statement?
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What makes the narrator think that his night with the white woman was a trap?
What makes the narrator think that his night with the white woman was a trap?
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Upon the narrator's return to Harlem, who has disappeared from the Brotherhood?
Upon the narrator's return to Harlem, who has disappeared from the Brotherhood?
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Of what do the men in the bar in Ch. 20 accuse the narrator?
Of what do the men in the bar in Ch. 20 accuse the narrator?
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What surprising development does the narrator experience when he attends a committee meeting?
What surprising development does the narrator experience when he attends a committee meeting?
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What does the narrator spontaneously decide to buy?
What does the narrator spontaneously decide to buy?
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How does the narrator react to the dolls that are being sold by Clifton?
How does the narrator react to the dolls that are being sold by Clifton?
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What truth about the Brotherhood does the narrator realize in Ch. 20?
What truth about the Brotherhood does the narrator realize in Ch. 20?
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The narrator wants Clifton's funeral to focus on what?
The narrator wants Clifton's funeral to focus on what?
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Why does the narrator consider his funeral speech a failure?
Why does the narrator consider his funeral speech a failure?
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Why is the narrator unable to say much about Clifton?
Why is the narrator unable to say much about Clifton?
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What realization does the narrator have in Ch. 21?
What realization does the narrator have in Ch. 21?
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What does the narrator notice at the funeral that he would like to exploit?
What does the narrator notice at the funeral that he would like to exploit?
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What kind of day is it on the day of Clifton's funeral?
What kind of day is it on the day of Clifton's funeral?
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How does the Brotherhood regard Clifton?
How does the Brotherhood regard Clifton?
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How does the Brotherhood regard the dolls Clifton had been selling?
How does the Brotherhood regard the dolls Clifton had been selling?
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What truth is revealed about the Brotherhood in Chapter 22?
What truth is revealed about the Brotherhood in Chapter 22?
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What truth does the narrator discover about Brother Jack?
What truth does the narrator discover about Brother Jack?
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Where does Brother Jack send the narrator at the end of the meeting?
Where does Brother Jack send the narrator at the end of the meeting?
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How does the narrator portray himself at the end of Chapter 22?
How does the narrator portray himself at the end of Chapter 22?
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Study Notes
Key Characters and Events
- Brother Tarp gives the narrator a piece of chain, symbolizing his past struggles with oppression.
- Brother Tarp was imprisoned on a chain gang for refusing to comply, highlighting the costs of resistance.
- Brother Westrum opposes the chain on the narrator’s desk, arguing it represents division rather than unity within the movement.
Brotherhood Dynamics
- Westrum accuses the narrator of self-promotion, referencing an article published after a personal interview.
- The narrator agrees to speak on the Woman Question, indicating his temporary compliance within the Brotherhood.
- The narrator believes the organization has achieved very little for the community, illustrating his growing disillusionment.
Encounters and Realizations
- The narrator visits a white woman's apartment to discuss differing social ideologies, revealing layers of complexity in racial dynamics.
- He finds the woman’s seduction cloaked in the term "primitive," displaying layers of attraction and manipulation in their interactions.
- The narrator suspects he was set up during the encounter, hinting at distrust and an underlying threat.
Community Response
- Upon returning to Harlem, the narrator learns Brother Clifton has vanished, triggering concern among the Brotherhood members.
- Bar patrons accuse the narrator of "white fever," reflecting cultural apprehension and the perceived threat of assimilating into white society.
Funeral Reflections
- At Clifton's funeral, the narrator aims to emphasize the significance of Clifton's life, seeking a meaningful tribute.
- He feels his speech failed as he could not address crucial political issues, highlighting his internal struggle and lack of knowledge about Clifton.
Personal Growth and Awareness
- The crowd's individuality strikes the narrator, leading to a pivotal realization about their personal struggles.
- He recognizes the potential to harness crowd tension, indicating his growing leadership instincts.
- The Brotherhood's betrayal and disregard for Clifton’s contributions reveal their prioritization of ideology over individual lives.
Brother Jack and Indoctrination
- Brother Jack’s character is further revealed through his glass eye, symbolizing partial vision or insight within the organization.
- The narrator is sent back to Brother Hambro for further indoctrination, reinforcing themes of control and manipulation.
- By the end of Chapter 22, the narrator depicts himself as humbled and obedient, signifying shifts in his identity and belief system within the Brotherhood.
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Test your knowledge of key concepts from chapters 18 to 22 of 'Invisible Man'. This quiz covers important symbols, character motivations, and thematic elements presented in these chapters. Refresh your understanding and dive deeper into the narrative with these flashcards.
