Amplify Reading: A Raisin in the Sun

Reread line 1 of the poem.  Which of the following is a synonym for the word deferred?

• A.  postponed
• B.  accomplished
• C.  strengthened
• D.  inspired

The images in lines 4 through 6 of the poem refer to things that are

• A.  antique.
• B.  spoiled.
• C.  valuable.
• D.  trivial.

Which simile in the poem supports the idea that "a dream deferred" becomes burdensome?

• A.  the simile in lines 3-4
• B.  the simile in lines 5-6
• C.  the simile in lines 7-8
• D.  the simile in lines 9-10

According to the excerpt from the play, how old is Travis?

• A.  7 years old
• B.  10 years old
• C.  17 years old
• D.  21 years old

According to Travis in lines 11-13 of the play, what is Mama's attitude toward Walter?

• A.  She respects Walter but wants a better life for Travis.
• B.  She believes Walter should not expect too much from life.
• She is angry that Walter wants to push Travis too much.
• She wishes Walter would make up his mind about what he wants.

Why does Travis say he wants to be a bus driver when he grows up?

• A.  He loves to drive.
• B.  He wants to be just like his father.
• C.  He wants to make his mother proud.
• D.  He does not want to go to college.

Read the stage direction below_{"WALTER's voice has risen in pitch and hysterical promise."}What does this stage direction tell the reader about Walter?

• A.  The more he talks about the future, the more excited he becomes.
• B.  Walter is upset with his son's lack of ambition.
• C.  Talking about the future leaves Walter confused about the past.
• D.  Walter is questioninghis son about his career goals.

Which word BEST describes the father in the play?

• A.  defensive
• B.  content
• C.  ambitious
• D.  unemotional

Which of the following BEST describes Walter's "dream" in line 14?

• A.  He wants to be famous.
• B.  He wants to own a Cadillac.
• C.  He wants to be an excutive.
• D.  He wants to live "the American Dream."

"A Raisin in the Sun" contains a direct reference to an image from a Langston Hughes poem.  This is an example of 

• A.  plagiarism.
• B.  allusion.
• C.  dramatic irony.
• D.  simile