What does 'precarious' mean?

A sentence that summarizes a person's life

In what way is Walter a hypocrite?

He hates the oppression he feels from white men yet applies that same oppression to women.

He gets abused at his job but he abuses his wife.

He claims to be devoted to his family to everyone he meets when he actually isn't devoted at all.

He despises people who are obsessed with money but is actually obsessed with it himself.

Why was it more awkward the George Murchison walked in on Walter and Beneath acting out a tribal scene than it would have been if Joseph Asagai walked in?

Joseph is a traditionalist and embraces that facet of his life while George assimilates to white culture.

George and Walter have always had a tense relationship.

George had warned Beneatha not to act unrestrained like that before and saw that she was openly defying him.

George knows about Joseph and concluded that Beneatha was acting like that based off of Joseph's influence.

Why is Walter a bit envious of George?

Although George is African American, he has money.

George was able to go into business with Charlie Atkins when Walter couldn't.

George is educated, and Walter is not educated.

George's dad gave him more opportunities than Big Walter gave to Walter.

What is significant about Clybourne Park?

It is an all-white neighborhood

It is too far away from Walter's job and Travis's school

It is the neighborhood Mama grew up in

It is the poorest neighborhood in the city

What does Walter want to do with the money from Mama's check?

Invest the money in a liquor store

Buy a house in the suburbs for the entire family

Pay for Beneatha's medical school

Send Mama on a vacation to Europe

According to Beneatha, what are George's qualities which keep her from seriously considering marrying him?

His shallowness about his wealth and good looks

His lack of pride for his African heritage

His quick temper and violent outbursts

Which reason most likely does NOT factor into Ruth's consideration about having an abortion?

She wanted another son for Walter.

The apartment was already too small

She and Walter do not have a strong marriage

She and Walter do not have enough money to raise another child

What is the significance of Beneatha wearing her hair in its natural state?

She is protesting the assimilation of black women into American materialism

Walter suggested that a new haircut will make her more attractive to George

She cut her hair to spite Mama and rebel against Mama's controlling nature

She wanted to be taken seriously as a black woman about to enter the medical profession

Which statement best describes the difference between George and Asagai?

Asagai maintains his African heritage, while George embraces American assimilationism

George sees college as a way of social advancement, while Asagai believes that college is unnecessary

George believes that women must support their husbands, while Asagai insists that a woman must find her own identity and be independent

George supports Beneatha's efforts to become a doctor, while Asagai finds her efforts humorous and a waste of time

What is the fundamental reason Walter wants to open a liquor store?

He wants to be respected as a business man

He wants to be loved by his wife

He wants to be admired by Willy Harris

He wants to be envied by his neighbors

Which statement is NOT a reason why Mama gives the remainder of the money to Walter?

"Big" Walter always said that he wanted his son to control all the family's financial obligations

It is a sign that Mama will always love her son

She doesn't want to beat him down like the rest of the world

It shows that Mama wants to trust Walter as the head of the family

Once Walter gets what he wants (receives the money), what effect does it seem to have on his relationship with Ruth?

He is more affectionate and wants to spend time with her

He has become more distant, thinking only of his future success

He continues to be resentful and hostile towards his wife

He surprises her with gifts and flowers

Mr. Lindner's proposal to buy back the Younger's new home best represents

The deep-rooted insistence to maintain segregation

The openness to accept change in society

An opportunity for the Youngers to make a profit by selling their new home

The threat of violence motivated by outwardly blatant racism

What is Mama's reaction to hearing that the money has been lost?

She is appalled and heartbroken to think her husband's life-long work has been thrown away

She is relieved since it means the family can stop fighting over the money

At first she is angry at Walter but soon forgives him since he was tricked

She is relieved to at least have spent some of the money on a new house

What is Walter's intention when he calls Mr. Lindner and invites him back to their apartment?

In order to make back the money lost, Walter intends to sell their new house for a higher prices.

He wants to remind Mr. Lindner of his determination not to be threated or scared away from their new home

Walter was unsure of the specific terms and conditions of the sale and wants to review the details before he makes a decision

Mr. Lindner wants an opportunity to speak with Mama to see if he can convince her to sell the house

What is the fundamental difference between Mama and Beneatha's reaction to Walter's behavior as he prepares to sell their home?

Beneatha is angry at Walter and Mama says Walter needs to be loved

Beneatha is confused by his actions, yet Mama understands it is necessary

Mama chooses not to witness the sale of the house, while Beneatha stares angrily

Mama has lost hope; however, Beneatha refuses to let Walter sell the house

Despite losing part of the money, why does the play end on a positive note?

Mama is proud of Walter's final comments made to Mr. Lindner and hopeful that their families' dreams can grow together instead of overshadowing each other

Selling their new home now gives them the money they need to pursue their dreams

Beneatha has decided to marry Asagai and Walter has kept his job as a chauffer, proving that they're grateful for what they have and who they are

Mama is glad to prove people like Mr. Lindner wrong and to show them what hard workers they all are

Which of the following situations best supports the theme of Pride/Dignity?

Beneatha wanting to be a doctor even though it is not something a woman usually does

Walter debating whether to take Mr. Lindner's offer

Walter forgetting about his family because he was so consumed with his desires and dreams

Beneatha needing money to pursue her dream and Walter wanting money as his dream

What is the play based off of?

A poem entitled "The Road Not Taken"

A series of interview questions from Harlem poets

A poem entitled "Success is Counted Sweetest"

What event in the author's life did he/she incorporate into the play?

His/her family moved into an all-white neighborhood and faced discrimination

His/her father passed away, leaving the family an insurance check

He/she wanted to become a doctor, much like Beneatha

He/she made a bad investment, causing his/her family to fight and divide

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30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means 'slightly strange; odd'?

Eccentric

Implore

Plaintive

Deplore

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means 'threatening'?

Deplorable

Facetious

Menacing

Exuberant

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'Amiable' mean?

spread throughout; soaked in

kind; good-natured

loud; irritating; high-pitched

not discouraged

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'Gall' mean?

Bold and disrespectful

Pitifully sad and sorrowful

Disbelieving; doubtful

Joking about something serious

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

True or False: The word 'implore' is CORRECTLY used in the following sentence: Janet was implored and could not believe her eyes when she saw a bear sitting in the tree outside her window.

True

False

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

True or False: The word 'undaunted' is CORRECTLY used in the following sentence: Even though the odds were highly stacked against her, Danielle was undaunted and stepped up to the line to begin the race that no one but herself thought she could win.

True

False

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

True or False: The word 'Exuberant' is CORRECTLY used in the following sentence: Dan was exuberant when he missed the game-winning shot, leaving his team one game short of going to the state tournament.

True

False

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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A Raisin in the Sun Test Review

Which word means 'slightly strange; odd'?

Which word means 'threatening'?

What does 'Amiable' mean?

What does 'Gall' mean?

True or False: The word 'implore' is CORRECTLY used in the following sentence: Janet was implored and could not believe her eyes when she saw a bear sitting in the tree outside her window.

True or False: The word 'undaunted' is CORRECTLY used in the following sentence: Even though the odds were highly stacked against her, Danielle was undaunted and stepped up to the line to begin the race that no one but herself thought she could win.

True or False: The word 'Exuberant' is CORRECTLY used in the following sentence: Dan was exuberant when he missed the game-winning shot, leaving his team one game short of going to the state tournament.

Which of the following is the best synonym for the word 'Implore'?

Which of the following words means "Loud; irritating; high-pitched"?

Which of the following words means "Casual, disrespectful attitude"?

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