A Raisin in the Sun Act One

Beneatha is not serious about dating George because…

• He is too shallow (not a deep thinker).

• He is too ugly.

• He is too poor.

• He is too old.

The relationship between Ruth and Walter could be described as…

• Tense

• Calm

• Loving

• Violent

• Indifferent (they ignore each other)

If mama had the means (opportunity), her hobby would be…

• Sewing

• Singing in the choir

• Gardening

• Traveling

What is the significance of Mama's plant in the play?

• It symbolizes her dream for a better future

• It is a rare species she discovered

• It represents her love for gardening

• It is a gift from her late husband

How does Mama react to the arrival of the insurance check?

• She is joyful.

• She is sad.

• She is angry.

• She doesn't know it's there yet.

Beneatha’s religion is…

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Islam

• She is not religious

What gifts does Joseph bring for Beneatha?

• Records and clothes from Nigeria

• A telephone and elbow-length gloves

• Flowers and chocolates

• A camera and film

Ruth’s big news to the family is that…

• She lost her job.

• She is pregnant.

• She got a better job.

• She filed for divorce.

What is the family doing at the beginning of Act I, scene 2?

• Playing card games

• Preparing a big meal

• Learning a new dance

• Cleaning the apartment

The Younger’s apartment can be described as…

• Nice but not cared for.

• Shabby but cared for.

• Nice and cared for.

• Shabby and not cared for.