A Raisin in the Sun Act II Quiz

What can the reader assume Asagai's reaction to Beneath's costume and hair would be?

• He would be embarrassed by her new look and think she needs money to buy new clothes.

• He would think her new look is silly and then tease her until she changes.

• He would support her new look and praise her for exploring her heritage.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is significant about the neighborhood of the Younger's new house?

• There are rumors of radiation exposure from the nuclear plant just past the neighborhood.

• All of the residents in the neighborhood are white.

• It is one of the most popular neighborhoods in Chicago.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In what way do Walter and Ruth react differently to the news that Mama has bought the house?

• Walter is upset that Mama did not give him the money for the liquor store. Ruth is upset that the house is in an all-white neighborhood.

• Walter is upset that Mama did not give him the money for the liquor store. Ruth is excited to finally leave the apartment and have a real house.

• Walter is excited to finally leave the apartment and have a real home. Ruth is upset because she wanted Mama to use the money on a trip for herself.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What effect does Mr. Lindner's visit have on the Younger family?

• The family was happy to meet him because they were nervous to move to a neighborhood where they knew no one.

• The family was angry and offended after his visit.

• The family was tired because Mr. Lindner stayed for such a long time.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Why does Mama entrust Walter with the money?

• He is the only family member with banking experience.

• He threatens her to give him the money.

• She feels guilty for crushing his dreams like the rest of the world does.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Why does Bobo come visit Walter?

• Bobo missed Walter because he hasn't seen him at the bar lately.

• Bobo came to tell Walter that Willy took off with all their money for the liquor store.

• Bobo needed Walter to sign some forms for the liquor store they just bought.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Bobo's visit change the family mood?

• The family became very upset and angry after Bobo's visit.

• The family became very annoyed and irritated after Bobo's visit.

• The family became very energetic and hopeful after Bobo's visit.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which character says the following line in Act II?

“You wouldn’t understand yet, son, but your daddy’s gonna make a transaction...a business transaction that’s going to change our lives…”

• Walter

• Mama

• Ruth

• Beneatha

• Mr. Lindner

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which character says the following line in Act II?

“…I been doing to you what the rest of the world been doing to you. What you ain’t never understood is that I ain’t got nothing, don’t own nothing, ain’t never really wanted nothing that wasn’t for you.”

• Walter

• Mama

• Ruth

• Beneatha

• Mr. Lindner

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Stole the money and ran

• Bobo
• Walter
• Willy
• Mrs. Johnson

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3