How does Short Fiction develop the theme of Race and Belonging?

Short Fiction by Nella Larsen develops Race and Belonging across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

The characters grapple with their connection to the Black community, as seen in Clare's yearning to return to 'her own people' and Irene's conflicted sense of duty and loyalty to the race despite her desire for security.

Annie Poole's decision to hide Jim Hammer is explicitly tied to his race and the threat of white violence.