A Raisin in the Sun: Act 3 [Honors]

What does Mama mean when she tells Walter Lee, "I come from five generations of people who were slaves and sharecroppers...We've never been that poor."

• They have more money than her ancestors because of the insurance check
• Walter Lee should leave and never come back
• Walter Lee has no pride if he takes the money from Lindner
• She is hopeful the check from Mr. Lindner will make them rich

• The Younger family is used to dealing with people like Mr. Lindner

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What motivates Asagai to attend college and attain an education?

• He desires an American wife.

• He wants to appear sophisticated.

• He wants to use his knowledge to improve his homeland.

• He is hoping to increase his own economic future.

• He wants to gain the recognition he believes he is due.

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When Asagai asks Beneatha to go with him to Africa, she seems confused, but by the end of the text, she seems to have accepted his proposal. What motivates Beneatha to accept his offer?

• Her attraction to Asagai.

• Her desire for a stable and predictable future.

• Her desire for wealth and material gain.

• Her desire to make the world a better place.

• Her need to get away from men like Walter and George.

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Why does Asagai criticize Beneatha's response to the loss of the insurance money?

• He dislikes her lack of religious faith.

• He thinks that she is too idealistic about helping people.

• He dislikes her negativity about the prospect of real progress.

• He thinks that she betrays her religious beliefs.

• He dislikes the fact that she rejects traditional gender roles.

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What is the basis of Beneatha and Asagai's connection?

• They both want to make the world a better place.

• Both seek their neighbors' respect.

• Both are overwhelmed with pride.

• Both characters share a sense of pointlessness because the world is a dangerous and unpredictable place.

• Both characters have lost faith in God.

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After Walter calls Lindner to discuss his offer, how does Walter justify his desire to make the deal?

• The money can be used to help his family achieve their dreams.

• There are ideals more valuable than material wealth.

• Walter wants to settle a score with Willy Harris.

• Walter believes that Lindner, in his own way, is trying to help the Youngers.

• Morals don't matter when compared to self-preservation

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What is the primary reason Walter gives for refusing Lindner's offer?

• Walter hopes to annoy Lindner.

• Walter feels that Clybourne Park owes his family.

• Walter's pride will not allow him to back down from a challenge.

• Walter knows that this is what Mama thinks is best.

• Walter believes that his family deserves this move and the opportunities it presents.

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After Beneatha criticizes Walter, why does Mama defend Walter, much to Beneatha's surprise and dismay?

• Mama understands that desperate situation drove Walter's actions.

• Mama has always favored her son over her daughter.

• Mama is just following her religious beliefs.

• Mama wants her children to stop arguing.

• Mama cares more for Ruth and Travis's well-being than Beneatha's.

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Why does Mama insist that Travis be present when Walter makes the deal with Lindner?

• To teach Travis how important financial decisions are made.

• To encourage Walter to reject Lindner's offer.

• To inspire racism in her grandchild.

• To emphasize the unity of the Younger family.

• To appeal to Lindner's sense of compassion.

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Which of the following lines captures Mama's feelings about the state of her family after Walter refuses Lindner's offer?

• "You know how these young folk is nowadays."

• "Walter Lee, fix your tie and tuck in your shirt, you look like somebody's hoodlum."

• "You ain't old enough to marry nobody."

• "He finally come into his manhood today, didn't he. Kind of like a rainbow after the rain."

• (waving Ruth out vaguely) "All right, honey - - go on down. I'll be down directly."

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