Gabriel grew up religiously, has raised his children up religiously, and now he must continue to be a great pastor. Gabriel does fulfill this requirement, as “Every Sunday morning, then, since John could remember, they had taken to the streets, the Grimes family on their way to church” (Baldwin 4). Gabriel helps provide a strong, religious foundation for his children which is admirable. Furthermore, Gabriel is smart and he offers advice and suggestions to his first son, Royal. As an example, Gabriel exhibits his intelligence by advising Royal to “be careful, son. Ain’t nothing but white folks in town today. They done killed...last night...”(142). Although Gabriel does not demonstrate the same amount of intelligence and care for the rest of his family, he does exhibit his intellect to his first son, Royal. Finally, Gabriel supports his family as he supplies them with
Gabriel grew up religiously, has raised his children up religiously, and now he must continue to be a great pastor. Gabriel does fulfill this requirement, as “Every Sunday morning, then, since John could remember, they had taken to the streets, the Grimes family on their way to church” (Baldwin 4). Gabriel helps provide a strong, religious foundation for his children which is admirable. Furthermore, Gabriel is smart and he offers advice and suggestions to his first son, Royal. As an example, Gabriel exhibits his intelligence by advising Royal to “be careful, son. Ain’t nothing but white folks in town today. They done killed...last night...”(142). Although Gabriel does not demonstrate the same amount of intelligence and care for the rest of his family, he does exhibit his intellect to his first son, Royal. Finally, Gabriel supports his family as he supplies them with