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3 Cards in this Set
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• Bigger Thomas
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The main character of the book. Has felt hopeless his entire life because he couldn’t do anything to reach his goals to be able to do the things the white boys in school were able to do. He kills Mary Dalton and Bessie, his girl when he begins to work for the Dalton’s. Is put on trial and sentenced to death.
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• Mrs. Thomas
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Bigger’s mother. She has an explosive relationship with Bigger because she wants him to help the family out more and he doesn’t care.
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• Brother – Buddy
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Bigger’s brother. Buddy is always on Bigger’s side in family arguments and looks up to Bigger.
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