A Raisin in the Sun, Acts 3, Grades 11-12
Act 3 of 'A Raisin in the Sun' by Lorraine Hansberry brings the Younger family's struggles and dreams to a climax. This assignment focuses on the resolution of the play's central conflicts, the evolution of characters, and the enduring themes that resonate through the conclusion of the narrative.
Question 1
Describe the shift in Walter Lee's character from the beginning of Act 3. What events lead to this change, and what does it signify about his development?
Question 2
How does the family react to Walter Lee's decision regarding Mr. Lindner's offer? Discuss the significance of their reactions in the context of the play's themes.
Question 3
Analyze the role of Mama's plant in Act 3. How does its condition by the end of the play symbolize the family's situation and hopes?
Question 4
Discuss the play's ending. Do you consider it hopeful, tragic, or a combination of both? Justify your interpretation based on elements from Act 3.
Question 5
Reflect on the play's exploration of the American Dream. How does Act 3 conclude the Younger family's pursuit of this dream, and what commentary does Hansberry offer on the dream itself?
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