The Autobiography Of An Ex-Colored Man And Quicksand

Often times, we endure problems within ourselves that can either be solved or left alone to embrace. Whether it is mental or physical, many of us find it natural to undergo inner-conflict. In the two passages, “The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man” and “Quicksand,” the authors provide the audience with a theme that connects them both. After uncovering their internal conflict, they eventually decided to unknowingly distract themselves from the issue. This includes the way the authors utilized the setting and characters to convey their theme. When dealing with inner-conflict, the theme is developed by expressing personal past issues, discovering new people, and ultimately uncovering a sudden romance. In both stories, the characters continuously dealt with the burden of handling their
In “Quicksand,” Helga Crane dealt with seasickness and loneliness during her travel to a new setting. In the text, it states, “But, again, she had all her fears and questions for nothing. A smart woman in olive-green came toward her at once.” In paragraph 10, Helga realizes that although she became hesitant when arriving at her destination, there was still a way to solve her inner-conflict. According to the text, “For it was her aunt; the resemblance to her own mother was unmistakable.” This soon developed a comforting surrounding around Helga and led her to dismiss her false thoughts and to even become hopeful.
In “The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man,” James Weldon Johnson states, “My benefactor, humoring my curiosity and enthusiasm, which seemed to please him very much, suggested that we take a short walk before dinner.” When arriving in Paris, he not only engages in the scenery, but he decides to interact with his benefactor, or supporter. This leads to showing the internal conflict of engaging with new people despite their past