11th grade Final Assessment: A Raisin in the Sun

What are the main themes in A Raisin in the Sun and how do they contribute to the overall message of the play?

• The main themes are cooking, gardening, and travel

• The main themes are science fiction, romance, and adventure

• The main themes are fashion, technology, and finance

• The main themes are the pursuit of dreams, racial discrimination, and the importance of family.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How does the theme of the American Dream manifest in A Raisin in the Sun and what impact does it have on the characters?

• The impact of the American Dream on the characters in A Raisin in the Sun is minimal

• The theme of the American Dream is not present in A Raisin in the Sun

• The theme of the American Dream is portrayed through the characters' desires for a better life and the obstacles they face in achieving it. It impacts the characters by driving their actions and decisions throughout the play.

• The characters in A Raisin in the Sun are content with their current lives and have no desire for a better future

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What motivates Walter Lee Younger to pursue his business venture, and how does this motivation drive the plot of the play?

• Walter Lee Younger is motivated by his love for gardening and his desire to start a flower shop

• Walter Lee Younger is motivated by his interest in travel and his goal of becoming a pilot

• Walter Lee Younger is motivated by his passion for cooking and his dream of opening a restaurant

• Walter Lee Younger is motivated by his desire to improve his family's financial situation and to gain respect and independence.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Discuss the motivations behind Mama's decision to buy a house and how it reflects her character development throughout the play.

• Mama's decision to buy a house reflects her desire to start a new business

• Mama's decision to buy a house reflects her motivation to travel the world

• Mama's decision to buy a house reflects her motivation to provide a better life for her family and fulfill her late husband's dream.

• Mama's decision to buy a house reflects her character development as a selfish person

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Identify and explain the use of symbolism in A Raisin in the Sun, and how it enhances the understanding of the characters and their struggles.

• Symbolism is used to represent the dreams and aspirations of the characters, as well as the societal and racial struggles they face.

• Symbolism is used to represent the characters' clothing choices

• Symbolism is used to represent the characters' favorite foods and drinks

• Symbolism is used to represent the weather and climate in the play

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How does Lorraine Hansberry use foreshadowing in the play to create tension and anticipation for the audience?

• By keeping the audience completely in the dark about future events

• By dropping subtle hints and clues about future events

• By using flashbacks to reveal future events

• By explicitly stating what will happen in the future

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Evaluate the impact of the historical context of racial segregation and discrimination on the characters' lives and aspirations in A Raisin in the Sun.

• Their enjoyment of freedom, prosperity, and privilege in a society that embraced diversity

• Their lack of ambition and motivation in a society that provided equal opportunities for all

• Their indifference to the struggles of others in a society that valued equality and justice

• Their struggles for equality, opportunities, and dignity in a society that systematically oppressed them.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does the setting of the play, specifically the cramped apartment, contribute to the characters' feelings of confinement and limited opportunities?

• The spacious apartment setting allows the characters to feel free and unrestricted.

• The cramped apartment setting creates a sense of physical and emotional confinement for the characters.

• The cramped apartment setting has no impact on the characters' feelings.

• The characters feel confined because of the large and open apartment setting.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Compare and contrast the perspectives of Walter Lee and Beneatha towards their dreams and aspirations, and how these differences shape their interactions and conflicts in the play.

• The perspectives of Walter Lee and Beneatha towards their dreams and aspirations differ in their focus on material wealth and personal fulfillment, respectively.

• Walter Lee and Beneatha both prioritize family over their dreams

• Walter Lee and Beneatha both face no conflicts in pursuing their dreams

• Walter Lee and Beneatha both have the same goals and aspirations

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

In what ways do Ruth and Mama's perspectives on family and stability differ, and how does this influence their decisions and relationships within the play?

• Ruth and Mama have the same perspective on family and stability, so it does not influence their decisions and relationships.

• Ruth and Mama both prioritize financial success over family well-being.

• Ruth values stability and security, while Mama prioritizes the well-being and happiness of the family.

• Ruth prioritizes stability and security, while Mama values independence and freedom.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3