The Bible states, “Money is the root of all evil” (The Bible, 1 Timothy 6:10). However, money to some can be the escape from oppression and poverty. The play, “A Raisin in the Sun,” written by Lorraine Hansberry features a character, Mama, who was well within her rights to put a down payment on a house because it is her money, her dream, and as everyone knows…Mama knows best! When Walter Sr. died his estate should belong to his wife, Mama. Under legal terms “when a spouse dies all asset are automatically awarded to the other spouse” (Life Insurance). Although some may say that the rest of the Younger family is entitled to a piece of the insurance, under legal terms, “…but all of the insurance money belongs to Mama.” (Hansberry, 13) But Mama, being a down-to-earth, hardworking, “Mrs. Miniver” (Hansberry, 72) she makes everyone feel a part of the hopes dreams that may come from the insurance money.
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In the beginning of the play, everyone seems to have their own opinion of what they want to do with the money especially Walter Lee. Some may say that Walter Lee can better the family with profit from the liquor store, but again it may be another one of his “…get rich quick plans…” (502) and even then, all the money still belongs to Mama. With significant dreams of her own, she lives through her children for the dream to buy a house is only motivated to better the living conditions of her
In the beginning of the play, everyone seems to have their own opinion of what they want to do with the money especially Walter Lee. Some may say that Walter Lee can better the family with profit from the liquor store, but again it may be another one of his “…get rich quick plans…” (502) and even then, all the money still belongs to Mama. With significant dreams of her own, she lives through her children for the dream to buy a house is only motivated to better the living conditions of her