Setting
The U.S. city and state where A Raisin in the Sun takes place.
What is Chicago, Illinois?
A character who is about thirty years old, has disappointment showing in her face, and is considered by many to look "settled."
Who is Ruth Younger.
This character is happy when Mama tells the family she used some of the insurance money for a house.
Who is Ruth Younger?
"Man say to his woman: I got me a dream. His woman say: Eat your eggs" (Act I, Scene I)
Who is Walter Lee Younger speaking to Ruth Younger?
The room where Travis is forced to sleep.
What is the living room?
The procedure Ruth Younger considers having done.
What is an abortion?
A character who is desperate to move forward in life This character denies the existence of God.
Who is Beneatha
The room which provides "the sole natural light the family may enjoy in the course of a day..." (24).
What is the kitchen?
A twenty year-old character who has a lean and intellectual face and wildly thick hair.
Who is Beneatha Younger?
This character disagrees with the idea of finding one's African heritage
Who is George Murchinson
The major world event that has just ended at the start of the play.
What is World War II?
The neighborhood GROUP Mr. Lindner is from.
What is The Clybourne Park Improvement Association?
A character who wears a casual tweed sports jacket, soft slacks, and white buckskin shoes.
Who is George Murchison?
This character brings ominous news to the Younger household.
Who is Mr. Lindner?
The area of Chicago where the Younger's apartment is located.
What is Chicago's Southside?
Chauffeur
A character described as sturdy and handsome.
Who is Travis Younger?
This character is only able to make a responsible decision after she/he loses everything.
Who is Walter