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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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