In Black Boy, Wright describes events that transpire shortly after his father leaves the family.
How does Wright’s father’s departure affect Wright?
Wright discovers the more dangerous elements of his neighborhood and finds himself drawn to them.
Wright never learns why his father left so he feels abandoned and lacks self-esteem.
He gains a greater appreciation for the sacrifices that his father made to care for his family.
He is given greater responsibility and learns a lesson about courage when forced to stand up for himself.