A Raisin in the Sun Review

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Who is the playwright (author) of A Raisin in the Sun?

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Lorraine Hansberry

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What is one of Walter Lee’s biggest complaints about his wife?

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She doesn’t support him in the way he feels a wife should support her husband, and this prevents him from achieving his dream.

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What gifts does Joseph bring for Beneatha?

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Records and clothes from Nigeria

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What does Mama say is 'dangerous'?

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When a man goes outside his own home to look for peace.

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Which adjectives best describe the furnishings and carpet in the Younger family’s apartment?

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'Tired' and 'worn'.

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What is the main theme of A Raisin in the Sun?

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The struggle for identity and the pursuit of dreams in the face of adversity.

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What does Beneatha aspire to become?

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A doctor.

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How does Walter Lee feel about his job?

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He feels unfulfilled and frustrated with his position as a chauffeur.

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What does Mama want to do with the insurance money?

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She wants to buy a house to fulfill her dream of providing a better life for her family.

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What does the plant symbolize in the play?

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The plant symbolizes Mama's care for her family and her dreams for their future.