The Dutchman and the Slave shows who makes judgments based on their skin color and ethnicity. Just because they are the same color doesn't mean they will act the same as anyone else with the same skin. This misinterpretation causes conflicts and fights. Never judge a book by its cover. People can have the same skin, but can be very different from what you think they are and what they do. This introduction to racial misjudgment helps readers better understand the characters' traits and understand the theme of the book. This gives a life lesson: we should not judge people by their skin but by who they are.