A Raisin in the Sun Act 2 Scenes 2 & 3

What is the character development of Beneatha in Act 2?

• Beneatha's character development in Act 2 is focused on her romantic relationship with George Murchison.

• Beneatha's character development in Act 2 is focused on her becoming more materialistic and shallow.

• Beneatha's character development in Act 2 is focused on her giving up on her dreams and conforming to societal expectations.

• Beneatha's character development in Act 2 is focused on her pursuit of her dreams, growing independence, challenging gender roles, and developing a deeper understanding of her African heritage.

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Why does Beneatha say she doesn't have a nice time with George on their date that evening?

• He is a fool.
• He's too smart.
• He doesn't compliment her.
• He is too poor.

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What news from the "colored paper" does Mrs. Johnson bring over to the Youngers?

• A new business owned by African Americans just opened up in Chicago.
• A group of "colored folks" was just attacked and beaten by some whites.
• Some "colored people" were just bombed out of their place.
• Clybourne Park was just bombed.

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Who says the following:  "You sure one proud-acting bunch of colored folks" (103).

• George
• Asagai
• Mrs. Johnson
• Walter

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Ruth finds out that Walter hasn't been to work in how many days?

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4

What has Walter been doing instead of going to work recently?

• Sleeping
• Driving around
• Sitting in the park
• Hanging out with Willy

What does Mama give to Walter?

• a job application
• money from the check
• boxes to pack
• some memorabilia from his dad

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“I ain’t never stop trusting you. Like I ain’t never stop loving you.” Who said these words?

• Ruth to Walter.

• Beneatha to George.

• Beneatha to Joseph.

• Mama to Walter.

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Why does Karl Lindner come to the house?

• To welcome the Youngers to the neighborhood.

• To fix the plumbing in the new house.

• To tell the Youngers they aren't welcome.

• To give the Youngers a welcome basket.

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What gift does Walter get Mama?

• Gardening tools

• A kitchen mixer

• A set of curtains

• A new church dress

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