Quotes on "A Raisin in the Sun"

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Who is the character that says, 'Now you all be quiet. It’s just a check'?

Back

Ruth

Front

What does Mama mean when she says, 'Oh -(very quietly) 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…'?

Back

Mama is saying how throughout generations in the African American community, they have stopped appreciating being free and instead are worrying about money.

Front

Who expresses the idea, 'I don’t flit! I--I experiment with different forms of expression--.'?

Back

Beneatha

Front

Who says, 'Prometheus! I bet there ain’t even no such thing! I bet that simple-minded clown-'?

Back

Walter

Front

What does the conversation between Walter and Ruth reveal about their relationship when Ruth says, 'No - I’m just sleepy as the devil. What kind of eggs you want?' and Walter replies, 'Not scrambled.'?

Back

They get on each others nerves and like to get a rise out of the other person.

Front

What is the significance of money in 'A Raisin in the Sun'?

Back

Money represents both a means of survival and a source of conflict within the family.

Front

How does Beneatha's character challenge traditional gender roles in the play?

Back

Beneatha seeks to define her own identity and pursue her dreams, rejecting societal expectations.

Front

What does Mama's plant symbolize in the play?

Back

Mama's plant symbolizes her care for her family and her dreams for a better future.

Front

What theme is explored through Walter's dreams of wealth?

Back

The theme of aspiration and the American Dream is explored through Walter's desire for financial success.

Front

How does the setting of Chicago influence the characters' experiences?

Back

The setting reflects the socio-economic struggles faced by African American families in the mid-20th century.