Raisin in the Sun, Act 2

Front

How did Mama show that she trusted Walter?

Back

She gave him the rest of the money.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What were Beneatha and Walter doing when George walks in at the beginning of Act 2, scene 1?

Back

Dancing & singing Nigerian songs.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

Why does the mood shift when Bobo comes over?

Back

He looks frightened, he says he didn't go to Springfield yesterday, and he says Willy took all the money.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

Who is Karl Lindner, and what does he want?

Back

A man from Clybourne Park, he wants the Youngers to not move there.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

Where is the house that Mama bought located?

Back

Clybourne Park.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What is the significance of the money Mama gives to Walter?

Back

It represents her trust in him and her hope for the family's future.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does Beneatha's character challenge traditional gender roles?

Back

She aspires to become a doctor, defying societal expectations for women.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does the character of Walter represent in the play?

Back

Walter represents the struggle for identity and the pursuit of the American Dream.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

How does the setting of Clybourne Park contrast with the Youngers' current living situation?

Back

Clybourne Park symbolizes a better life and opportunities, contrasting with their cramped apartment.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does Ruth play in the Younger family dynamics?

Back

Ruth serves as a stabilizing force, often mediating conflicts between family members.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3