How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
In the bright floodlit street the black man was said by the police to have made a dash for freedom. More probably he knew that all he must do in order to end his life was to turn his head abruptly or lower his hands or smile. (40.1)
The final injustice to Coalhouse. A man who would never run from anything in his life is said to have run from the police, just so that they can rationalize their killing him. The only comfort is the understanding that Coalhouse knew the police would act this way.