Harlem and A Raisin in the Sun: A1, S1

Which of the following similes supports the idea that deferred dreams can become oppressive? 

• Raisin in the sun 
• Fester like a sore 
• Stink like rotten meat 
• Sags like a heavy load 

Which two words best contribute to the overall mood of the poem? 

• raisin and sweet 
• rotten and fester 
• run and heavy 
• dream and sore 

What does Hughes compare deferred dreams to at the end of the poem? 

• Rotten food 
• A bomb 
• A wound 
• A compliment 

Which of the following is the best synonym for deferred, as it is used in "Harlem?" 

• Delayed 
• Forgiven 
• Assured 
• Inspired 

What is the setting of "A Raisin in the Sun?" 

• Harlem 
• New York 
• Chicago 
• St. Louis 

What are the Younger's waiting for with anticipation? 

• Big Walter 
• Little Walter 
• A holiday 
• Check (money) 

What does Travis ask his mother to give him? 

• $0.50 
• $1 
• New toy 
• Clothes 

How many bathrooms are located in the Younger's apartment? 

• 0
• 1
• 2
• 3

What is Walter's dream? 

• Own a business 
• Own a liquor store 
• Win the lottery 
• Travel the world 

What is Mama's dream? 

• To go back to college 
• To be rich 
• To own a home with a garden 
• To travel the world