Invisible Man Ch 18 Discussion Questions

Chapter 18

1. Should we hide history we are ashamed of?
   
2. Are we doomed to repeat history we hide?
   
3. What do you think of the letter TIM gets (383)?
   
   1. Who do you think sent it? Why do you think they sent it - what might their specific motivations be?
      
   2. How does this connect to Malcolm X’s journey?
      
4. How/why does TIM’s grandfather’s words connect to what is happening?
   
5. Are there benefits to having enemies?
   
6. How is TIM doing as part of the Brotherhood? Do you think the Brotherhood is a positive organization? Why/why not?
   
7. What do you think of Brother Tarp? His story? His gift to TIM? Do you trust him?
   
8. Do you think it’s appropriate for TIM to display Brother Tarp’s gift? Why or why not?
   
   1. What do you think of Brother Wrestrum and his thoughts on the matter?
      
9. What does it mean to be an “opportunist?” Is it a bad thing or can it ever be a good thing?
   
10. Was the controversy around the magazine article fair or not? What about the outcome of the situation?