Mama turns over the money by logannepley. The possibility of achieving his dream reinvigorates Walter and permits him to regain his identity as a worthy husband and father. Ruth and Mama are shocked by Mrs. Johnson’s shameless comments, which run counter to the Youngers’ deep sense of dignity. A Raisin in the Sun Act 2 DRAFT. George’s admission that his interest in Beneatha is only skin-deep—that he likes her looks but doesn't care about her thoughts—flies in the face of Beneatha’s personal pride and sense of self. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of A Raisin in the Sun and what it means. Share. Start studying "A Raisin In The Sun" Act 2 Scene 3. Beneatha and George come in from a date. Beneatha’s statement that equates Mrs. Johnson and the KKK show the extent to which she believes assimilationist ideology is a scourge on the African-American community. Struggling with distance learning? In the hopes of restoring part of his identity and self-esteem, Mama gives Walter control of the money, which gives him control over his future. 1.

Mama recognizes the racial prejudice that limits her son’s job opportunities. It's also worth noting that he dreams of sending his son to college, though he mocks Beneatha's ambitions to get an education.
Conditions. ), and thus require a real close reading of Act 2, Scene 2. They're like having in-class notes for every discussion!” registered in England (Company No 02017289) with its registered office at 26 Red Lion Mrs. Johnson views the Youngers’ pride as a negative quality, one that mistakenly allows them to see themselves as exceptional. Teachers and parents! Now, rather than insisting that she can't understand her children, Mama is trying to support them.

Mama takes a stance against Mrs. Johnson’s defeatist brand of assimilation, standing up for her children and their dreams for a better future. Instant downloads of all 1338 LitChart PDFs She has the radio going. “Would not have made it through AP Literature without the printable PDFs. Walter has lost all hope and motivation, completely abandoning his duties as a husband and father. This is an easier set of questions designed to test students’ understanding of the plot, characters, etc., and also requires some inference.Close Reading Questions for Act 2, Scene 2 of the play. This also marks a change in Mama, brought about by the harm she sees that she has done to Walter.

Our LitCharts assigns a color and icon to each theme in Additionally, at this point Ruth is unable or unwilling to combat her husband’s irresponsibility with the family’s financial security, leaving the room after she hears enough of his drunken ramblings. It's not education he doesn't believe in—it's education for women. Square Click to copy Summary. When does mama receive the check in raisin in the sun? Presently BENEATHA'S bedroom door opens and RUTH'S mouth falls and she puts down the iron in fascination. Although they clearly do not enjoy Mrs. Johnson’s visits, they treat her kindly as a courtesy. In light of their differences, generational and otherwise, Beneatha is touched by Mama’s ability to understand her point of view. Mrs. Johnson contrasts Beneatha’s self-satisfaction with Walter’s disappointment with his work as a chauffeur, which she conversely tries to defend as an honorable profession. London WC1R 4HQ. -Graham S. 10th - 12th grade . The questions facilitate a closer, guided look at various crucial literary aspects, including themes, symbolism, characterization, motifs. A Raisin in the Sun Act II, Scene 1: Questions and Answers by Lorraine Hansberry. Start studying A raisin in the Sun: Act 2 Study Guide. At this point, Mrs. Johnson has clearly overstayed her welcome and appears to derive pleasure from filling the Younger household with fear.

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Close Reading Questions for Act 2, Scene 2 of the play. By using our site, you acknowledge that you have read and understand our 2 years ago. A Raisin in the Sun | Act 2, Scene 2 | Summary Share. She refuses to be taken only as a “nice-looking girl,” demanding recognition as an independent-minded young woman whose ideas are to be valued.