Identify shared characterization features in The Story of the Gods and The House Behind the Cedars. A) the presence of a wealthy, white male character B) the presence of a bullied, powerless black character C) the presence of a downtrodden and victimized female D) the presence of a powerful and tyrannical aristocrat

The correct answer: B) the presence of a bullied, powerless black character

This has been seen on characters of Rena Walden where she showed no desire to pass for white. A woman who is unsuccessful to understand and unwilling to accept her position as a second-class citizen. George Tryon also castigated himself for falling in love with a "colored woman" upon learning Rena Walden's black heritage.