Baldwin's Perspectives on Identity

What emotion does Baldwin express when he refers to his nephew's face?

• Indifference

• Anger

• Love

• Fear

How does Baldwin describe his brother's life?

• Joyful

• Terrible

• Successful

• Adventurous

According to Baldwin, what must James strive to become in the face of destruction?

• Fearful

• Tough and philosophical

• Complacent

• Angry

What does Baldwin mean when he states that the "innocence which constitutes the crime"?

• Ignorance of the truth

• Naivety of youth

• Lack of education

• Intentional harm

What does Baldwin suggest is necessary for James to understand his identity?

• Acceptance of others

• Trust in authority

• Knowledge of his background

• Avoidance of conflict

How does Baldwin characterize the society into which James was born?

• Supportive and nurturing

• Brutal and oppressive

• Indifferent and passive

• Wealthy and powerful

What does Baldwin imply about the relationship between freedom and the Black experience in America?

• Freedom has been fully achieved

• Freedom is only for the privileged

• Freedom is an ongoing struggle

• Freedom is irrelevant to Black identity

What relationship does Baldwin have with James?

• Father

• Uncle

• Brother

• Friend

Baldwin accuses his countrymen of a specific crime. What is it?

• Ignorance

• Innocence

• Destroying lives

• Hatred

Baldwin emphasizes the importance of which emotion in dealing with white people?

• Anger

• Indifference

• Love

• Fear