Invisible Man - Thug Notes Summary and Analysis

The video explores Ralph Ellison's 'Invisible Man', focusing on the narrator's journey to find his identity amidst societal oppression. The narrator's experiences, from a humiliating speech to joining the Brotherhood, highlight the absurdity of life and the struggle for self-definition. Through trials in Harlem and beyond, he learns to embrace his identity, ultimately finding freedom by writing his story.

What is the main reason the narrator of 'Invisible Man' feels invisible?

• He hides from society.

• He is physically transparent.

• People only see their own perceptions.

• He has superpowers.

What event leads to the narrator's expulsion from college?

• He gets into a fight.

• He shows a wealthy man the reality of Black life.

• He fails his exams.

• He refuses to give a speech.

Who helps the narrator connect with his Black heritage in Harlem?

• Clifton

• Mary

• Norton

• Ross

What does the Brotherhood ask the narrator to give up?

• His family

• His education

• His name and past

• His job

How does the narrator ultimately decide to define himself?

• By moving to another city

• By writing his story

• By joining a new organization

• By changing his appearance