ENG 10 Final S1 Plays (2024)

Front

What does Walter's reaction to Travis wanting to be a bus driver reveal about his character?

Back

Walter thinks his son's dreams are too limited.

Front

What does Cassius imply about his feelings towards power in his statement about life and awe?

Back

Cassius would rather not live than live under the rule of a man who loves power and thinks he is better than other men.

Front

Why does Mama give Walter $6,500?

Back

She wants him to be the head of the house.

Front

What does the simile 'Maybe it just sags like a heavy load' from the poem 'Harlem' suggest about dreams?

Back

The dream becomes burdensome.

Front

How does Brutus's funeral oration differ from Antony's?

Back

Brutus is calm, ordinary, and colourless; Antony is emotional, poetic, and full of insinuation.

Front

What is the significance of dreams in the context of 'Harlem'?

Back

Dreams represent aspirations that can become burdensome if not pursued.

Front

What does the character of Walter Lee Younger represent in 'A Raisin in the Sun'?

Back

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

Front

How does the theme of power dynamics manifest in the relationship between Cassius and Brutus?

Back

The theme of power dynamics is shown through Cassius's refusal to bow to Brutus, emphasizing equality.

Front

What role does Mama play in the family dynamics of 'A Raisin in the Sun'?

Back

Mama serves as the moral center and decision-maker, influencing the family's direction.

Front

What literary device is used in the phrase 'heavy load' in 'Harlem'?

Back

The phrase uses a simile to compare the weight of unfulfilled dreams to a burden.