A Raisin in the Sun Essay

Most would say money runs the world we live in. Many choose to follow the current of the river and pursue money. Some choose to fight the current and enjoy the things given to them to the fullest. In “Raisin in the Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry, one of the characters, Mama, receives a great deal of money due to the death of her husband. This money seems to be the main topic of the novel due to everyone always bringing up or asking about the money. Everyone except for Mama, she cares more about the…

During the 1950’s major civil rights victories occurred for African Americans. Although several new found prohibits on segregation commenced, racism and hatred could never perish. In the play A Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine Hansberry displays the Younger family’s strenuous duration of attempting to reach their dreams even in the face of racial prejudice. Living a poverty-stricken life with deferred dreams of each family member; facing racism is just another quotidian obstacle for the Younger’s.…

What would you do with ten thousands of dollars? Raisin in the Sun is about an African American family who received a check of ten thousands of dollars from their late father/husband. The check is meant for Mama for she can do something with the check. Walter wants the money to buy a liquor, Beneatha doesn’t care, well that is what she says and Mama doesn’t know what to do with money. Mama wants the best for her family and wants to use the money for a good use. Mama loves her family and shows…

What if you saw your dream crumble right in front of you? That is what happened to Walter Lee Younger in the captivating play written by Lorriane Hansberry, A Raisin in the Sun. Walter lives with his wife, Ruth, his song, Travis, his sister, Beneatha, and his mother, Lena, in a small apartment in Chicago. Ever since the death of his father, Big Walter, the family has been talking about the big check of $10,000 that is coming from their insurance company. Walter has told Lena, Mama in the play,…

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…

In ‘A Raisin in the Sun’ by Lorraine Hansberry, dreams serve purpose of believing for a better life that can benefit everyone involved. While the entire screenplay has various prominent visions mentioned, the Youngers eventually strive for not only a realistic goal, but something they rightfully deserve. A few were sacrificed, albeit it took character growth and maturity to realize what was truly important to keep their family united. Nevertheless, getting towards fulfilling this one life-long…

In the play “A Raisin in the Sun” by Lorraine Hansberry a little family lives in this tiny apartment. They have very little money, but they are waiting on an insurance check. The two most important people of the play is Mama and Ruth. Mama is a wonderful woman. She loves to make sure others are at their best. Mama is now the head of her family since her husband died. Mama takes care of her family at her best ability. She wants her family to be happy and not have to worry about certain things.…

Dreams and goals are important in developing a person’s thoughts and actions. Seeking one’s dreams is the basic goals of their lives, and once they reach those goals, true happiness can be achieved. In ‘A Raisin in the Sun’, written by Lorraine Hansberry, the characters pursue prosperity through means as they see fit, though it can be vary from person to person. For example, Walter believes money can achieve bliss, while Mama believes that bonding with her family and buying a house are the best…

In the Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry, Walter experiences growth through the obstacles in his life. Conflict forces the character into making choices, and those choices characters make fosters growth and development. Walter is Mama’s only son who has a wife, Ruth and a son, Travis. Walter is a passionate and ambitious, but he is well described as a desperate man, shackled by poverty and prejudice. He believes that starting a business will solve his economic and social problems as well…

The play A Raisin In The Sun is about dreams as the Younger family tries to achieve them through hardship and an oppressive life. they struggle to achieve these dreams and their success or failure directly influences how the characters act. The most apparent symbol in the play, Mama’s plant represents the dream of the family. In the first act, she confesses that the plant never gets enough light or water, but she takes pride in how it flourishes under her care. Her plant is similar to her care…