Who did this?
These characters were involved in the following conversation: (1) "So now it's life. Money is life. Once upon a time, freedom used to be life --now it's money. I guess the world really do change..." (2) "No--it was always money, [character name]. We just didn't know about it."
Who is Mama (1) and Walter (2)
This character's dream is to cure others and become a doctor.
What is Beneatha's Dream?
Mrs. Johnson stops by the Younger's apartment to wish them good luck.
False. Mrs. Johnson stops by the Younger's apartment to scare them about recent bombings against black families in local neighborhoods.
This character is a college student and denies the existence of God.
Who is Beneatha
This character said the following quote: "No--there's something come down between me and them that don't let us understand each other and I don't know what it is. One done almost lost his mind thinking 'bout money all the time..."
Who is Mama
This character's dream is to become successful so that the Younger family will have everything they need such as a house, a car, pearls, and a choice of colleges for Travis.
What is Walter's dream?
Walter shows his inner thoughts about himself by comparing himself to a volcano and a giant surrounded by ants in Act 2 Scene 1.
True
This character said the following quote: "It's simple. You read books--to learn facts--to get grades--to pass the course--to get a degree. That's all--it has nothing to do with thoughts."
Who is George Murchison
This symbol represents Mama's dream as well as hope and perseverance.
What is Mama's Plant?
The presence of this person changes Walter's mind about Lindner's offer.
Who is Travis
Mama's plant symbolizes just her love of gardening.
False. Mama's plant symbolizes her dream of owning a house with a garden. Mama's plant also symbolizes her children and how they have grown up despite their poor living conditions.
This character believes in the progress of humanity despite the evils of the world.
Who is Asagai?
The theme of deferred dreams and the title of the play come from this poem.
**Need title of poem AND author**
"Harlem" by Langston Hughes
Beneatha is so upset that Walter gave away her portion of the money that she contemplates this life decision.
Giving up on becoming a doctor
Hansberry's main message in the play is that wealth is the true measure of success and is necessary to feel fulfilled in life.
False. Hansberry's message is that dignity and family unity are more important than material success.
This character said the following quote: "And at the moment the overwhelming majority of our people out there feel that people get along better, take more of a common interest in the life of the community, when they share a common background."
Who is Mr. Lindner
Beneatha cutting her hair symbolizes this theme.
What is Beneatha's search for identity/heritage?
Beneatha breaks up with George Murchison because of his opinions on these topics.
**There are 2 specific opinions he shares**
George's devaluation of education and his view on gender roles
Alaiyo, Asagai's nickname for Beneatha, means "One for whom books are not enough"
False. Alaiyo means "One for whom bread is not enough." He thinks she hungers for more than just food, but knowledge, fulfillment, and experience.