A Raisin in the Sun Act 1 Vocabulary

Front

What does the term 'undistinguished' mean?

Back

Common; nothing special.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

Define 'tyrant'.

Back

A ruler who exercises power in a harsh, cruel manner.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What does 'permeated' mean?

Back

Spread throughout; diffused.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

Who is the author of 'A Raisin in the Sun'?

Back

Lorraine Hansberry.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

Provide an example of imagery from 'A Raisin in the Sun'.

Back

'...does it stink like rotten meat'.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the significance of the title 'A Raisin in the Sun'?

Back

It symbolizes deferred dreams and aspirations.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Front

What themes are explored in 'A Raisin in the Sun'?

Back

Dreams, family, race, and identity.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

Front

What is the setting of 'A Raisin in the Sun'?

Back

Chicago's South Side in the 1950s.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What does the character Walter Lee Younger aspire to achieve?

Back

He aspires to improve his family's financial situation and fulfill his dreams.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

How does Beneatha's character challenge traditional gender roles?

Back

She seeks education and independence, aspiring to become a doctor.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5