Invisible Man, Chapters 15-16, Grades 11-12

In Chapters 15 and 16 of 'Invisible Man' by Ralph Ellison, the narrative intensifies as the narrator faces significant challenges and confrontations that test his beliefs, identity, and alliances. These chapters explore the complexities of leadership, the impact of betrayal, and the struggle for authenticity in a world filled with contradictions. As you read, focus on the narrator's interactions with the community and the Brotherhood, and consider how these experiences further complicate his journey towards self-discovery.

Chapter 15 presents a turning point for the narrator in terms of his relationship with the Brotherhood. Describe this turning point and its significance.

Analyze the confrontation between the narrator and Ras the Exhorter in Chapter 16. What does this confrontation reveal about their respective philosophies and approaches to racial issues?

Discuss the role of the eviction scene in Chapter 16. How does this event impact the narrator's understanding of his role within the Harlem community and the Brotherhood?

Examine the narrator's reflections on his own identity and leadership in these chapters. How do his experiences challenge his previous perceptions of himself and his purpose?

Reflect on the theme of invisibility in Chapters 15 and 16. How do the events and interactions in these chapters contribute to the narrator's evolving understanding of visibility, power, and identity?