Alpha
Beta
Charlie
Delta
Eagle
100

What does Walter say is "life"?

Money

100

What does Beneatha say that infuriates her mother to the point where Mama slaps her?

"There is no God."

100

How does Mama feel at the end of the play (not happy)?

Proud

100

To where does the family move?

Clybourne Park

100

In Act 3 before the movers arrive, what does Joseph tell Beneatha he wants to do?

Marry her and take her away to Africa to be a doctor.

200

What does George say is wrong with Walter?

He says Walter is bitter.

200

What does Walter want Ruth to do for him in Act 1?

Talk Mama Lena into investing the money into Walter's plan.

200

What does Walter do In Act 1 for Travis that makes Ruth mad?

Give Travis money.

200

In Act 3, what does Walter do that makes his family feel ashamed.

He calls Lindner because Walter wants to accept the bribe money.

200

In Act 3, what does Mama decide to do now that the money is gone?

Fix up the old apartment and not move.

300

Where does Ruth go that has Mama Lena worried?

The abortion doctor.

300
How does George truly feel about Beneatha?

He thinks she is too dominant; he wants a nice, simple, sophisticated girl; he doesn't truly appreciate her.

300

What reason does Mama give Walter for buying a house?

The family was falling apart.

300

Why does Walter ultimately decide to not accept Lindner's money in Act 3?

He wants to keep his sense of pride and dignity.

300

In Act 3,when the family objects to Walter calling Mr. Lindner back to take the bribe money, who does Walter imitate?

A black, male servant.

400

Describe Mama's relationship with her plant.

Mama's plant represents her hope and faith in her family. She tends to it even when it is looking terrible and takes it with her to the new house. She never gives up on the plant, and she never gives up on her family.

400

How specifically does Mama want her money spent (three ways)?

Down payment on house, a portion towards Beneatha's schooling, and the rest for Walter to save a tend to.

400

Name 3 activities Beneatha has attempted and abandoned.

Horseback riding, photography, acting

400

When does "Raisin in The Sun" take place AND what important event in history takes place during this time period?

1950's: Civil Rights Movement

400

Who is the author of "Raisin in The Sun"?

Lorraine Hansberry

500

What is assimilation according to Beneatha

Being forced to give up your own background and heritage and taking on the dominant and oppressive culture's ways.

500

Describe the living conditions of African Americans during the time period of "Raisin in The Sun."

Run-down housing projects, very little opportunity for jobs, crowded living quarters, etc.

500

Which character (not Karl) is the most assimilated? Explain.

George because he is wealthy, goes to college, speaks properly, and considers looking at one's background as a waste of time.

500

Name a theme can be found in Raisin in The Sun.

effects of poverty/racism; man's struggle to overcome adversity; the importance of family

500
Besides money, why does Beneatha tell Joseph she is not going to become a doctor?

She has lost faith in humanity.