A Raisin in the Sun Act 3 Test

Front

Why did Beneatha stop wanting to be a doctor?

Back

She believes it is useless to heal people when many remain greedy and selfish on the inside.

Front

What does Mama mean by saying they have never been that poor?

Back

She implies that Walter Lee has no pride if he takes the money from Lindner.

Front

From which poem does the title 'A Raisin in the Sun' originate?

Back

Langston Hughes' 'Harlem'.

Front

Who is referred to as 'a rainbow after the rain' at the end of the play?

Back

Walter.

Front

Why does Asagai say Beneatha is grateful to her brother?

Back

His failure allows her to give up on the human race.

Front

What does the insurance check symbolize for the Younger family?

Back

It represents hope and the possibility of a better future.

Front

How does Walter's character evolve throughout the play?

Back

He transitions from being self-centered to understanding the importance of family and pride.

Front

What role does Mama play in the family dynamics?

Back

She is the moral center and represents the family's history and values.

Front

What is Beneatha's struggle with her identity?

Back

She grapples with her African heritage and her aspirations in a predominantly white society.

Front

How does the theme of dreams manifest in the play?

Back

Each character has different dreams that reflect their desires and struggles for a better life.