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Richard Wright's novel, Native Son, consists of various main and supporting characters who exhibit a diverse array of personalities and expression. Each character's action defines their individual personalities and belief systems. The main character, Bigger Thomas has personality traits spanning various aspects of human nature including actions motivated by fear, a quick temper, and a high degree of intelligence. Bigger reveals various personality traits through his actions. Many of his actions demonstrate an overriding response …

…decisions on the equality of man. Having a moral basis for action leads them to have a means to deal with oppression and the ability to hope. In contrast, Bigger accepts separatism as an immutable condition, and rebels against it by committing crimes. Bigger receives punishment for his actions. The author supports socialism as a means to overthrow oppression. He believes in the equality of men and the value of demonstrating it in everyday actions.