A Raisin in the Sun Test

Who are Willy and Bobo?

• Walter's future business partners.

• Two clowns at the zoo.

• Travis's pets.

Why did Beneatha say she wouldn't marry George?

• He was too shallow.

• He was too poor.

• He was too conceited.

What happened to Ruth at the end of Act I Scene One?

• She burst into tears.

• Walter hit her.

• She fainted.

Who said this quote, "You wear it well . . . very well . . . mutilated hair and all."? (*Hint: He is talking about the gifts he gave her)

• Walter

• Joseph Asagai

• George Murchison

Who ran off with $6500 towards the end of the play?

• Bobo

• Walter

• Willy Harris

At the beginning of the play, who wanted to earn money carrying groceries?

• Travis

• Willy Harris

• Walter

Mama slaps Beneatha because Beneatha...?

• Calls Walter a "flip."

• Wants to marry George Murchison.

• Beneatha denies that God exists.

According to Ruth,why should Beneatha want to be with George?

• He has money.

• He is caring.

• He is well-educated.

How does Ruth react when she realizes Mama may use some of the money for a house?

• She is angry.

• She is disappointed.

• She is extremely excited.

Who says this quote? "I tell you, I am a man- and I think my wife should wear some pearls!"

• George Murchison

• Walter

• Travis