A Raisin in the Sun: Match that Character
Read paragraphs 162–190.
Select which character each statement best describes.
"Whether or not he or she will be punished"
Travis
What is a brief summary of paragraphs 172–184?
Mama defends Travis when Ruth scolds him; then Mama shares her news with Travis.
Read the sentence from paragraph 23.
I felt good all over and it was like when they play sad music in the movies.
The author is most likely trying to imply that _____
A. the story’s rising action is reaching its climax.
B. Pete is feeling a strong emotion but can’t put it into words.
C. there is a record player in the room the boys share.
D. Pete spends a lot of time imagining things that aren’t real.
B. Pete is feeling a strong emotion but can’t put it into words.
Paragraph 27 says,
I started to punch Maybelle but couldn’t quite make up my mind.
What does this say about Pete?
Pete has conflicted feelings and isn’t sure what to do.
What city and state does the "Raisin in the Sun" take place?
Chicago, IL
Read paragraphs 162–190.
Select which character each statement best describes.
What action his or her parent might have taken
Walter
Read paragraphs 180–197
What is Ruth’s reaction to Mama’s news about the house?
Ruth is overjoyed about this news, but is concerned about Walter’s reaction to it.
Switch over to the text "Sucker"
Read paragraphs 11–15.
Why was Sucker’s voice a shock to Pete?
Pete had been thinking and dreaming so forgot where he was.
Read paragraphs 11-27
By the end of the excerpt, Pete and Sucker’s relationship undergoes a big change, and Sucker can BEST be described as feeling more ________ toward Pete.
feeling the same toward Pete but acting more happy and relaxed.
How old is Sucker in the story?
12
Read paragraphs 162–190.
Select which character each statement best describes.
"Where his or her child has been for so long"
Ruth
Read paragraphs 198–206.
The stage directions in this part of the scene suggest that Mama feels ______ about telling Walter and Ruth her news.
(Hint: Starts with a "N")
Nervous
Read paragraph 20.
What does this paragraph convey about Pete's feelings towards Sucker at this point of the story?
Pete is starting to feel guilty for being less than nice to Sucker.
Pete knows he has acted badly toward Sucker more than once.
How are Pete and Sucker related?
Cousins, but grew up as brothers
Explain how families should stick together in "Sucker".
Varies
Read paragraphs 162–190.
Select which character each statement best describes.
"How others might react to his or her words"
Mama
Read "A Raisin in the Sun" Paragraphs 158-206.
Which piece of text evidence supports the idea that Mama uses conversation with other family members to avoid answering Walter?
A. “My—them steps is longer than they used to be. Whew!” (160)
B. “Where’s Travis?” (163)
C.“Yes, son?” (166)
D. “You know better than to question me like a child, Brother.” (170)
B. “Where’s Travis?” (163)
With the phrase, “...it was like when they play sad music in the movies...” the author is most likely trying to imply that _____
A. The story’s rising action is reaching its climax.
B. Pete is feeling a strong emotion but can’t put it into words.
C .There is a record player in the room the boys share.
D. Pete spends a lot of time imagining things that aren’t real.
B. Pete is feeling a strong emotion but can’t put it into words.
Who is the "I" or Narrator in "Sucker?"
Pete
Where did Travis sleep?
Read paragraphs 162–190.
Select which character each statement best describes.
"Ain't this the living gall!"
Ruth
Why are Walter and Mama in conflict with each other? Support your answer with evidence from the play.
Answer varies
Read lines 11-27 from "Sucker"
Part A: Pete is starting to feel __________ toward Sucker.
Part B: Which quotation best supports the correct answer to Part A?
A. “I felt too happy and keyed up to get in a comfortable position” (11).
B. “I couldn’t get over the surprise of everything and it was like this was the real dream instead of the other.” (15)
C. “It seemed to me he had always been a lonesome kid.I felt bad.” (20)
D. “When you talk together it is like you are the only people awake in the town.” (21)
Part A: Sorry/Sympathetic/Guilty
Part B: “It seemed to me he had always been a lonesome kid.I felt bad.” (20)
Explain how families should stick together in "A Raisin in the Sun?"
Varies
Why did Walter end up not deciding to sell the house back to Mr. Lindner?
He wanted to show Travis to stand up for what he wants