Black Quote by Theodore Taylor
““Timothy, are you still black?””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Cay by Theodore Taylor, 1969
A child asks a painful question about race, revealing lingering prejudice and the need for honest dialogue.
In simple terms: A child asks about race, showing prejudice.
Address bias directly.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family conversation
- school discussion
- community meeting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we discuss race without alienating others?
- What does this reveal about hidden biases?
The question may be insensitive and cause hurt.