raisin in the sun
Raisin in the Sun – Final Test Name__________________________
English 5/6 Date__________________ Period___
When answering the questions: Use examples from the book to support your answers. Each answer should be a minimum of one paragraph (8-10 sentences). You will be graded on how well you answer the question. Don’t skimp on the details and be specific.
You do not have to write the question, but you must number it clearly so I know which you are answering.
You may use only your page of notes (one page, front/back) and the book for this test.
Choose and answer at least 4 of the questions below.
1. In literature, as in life, a character may search for a better way of life. Show how two characters from A Raisin in the Sun are searching for a better way of life. Explain what each character is hoping to gain through this search and discuss the ways in which each character attempts to bring about a change in his or her life.
2. In literature, as in life, a character might feel trapped. Discuss a character from Raisin who feels trapped and give examples of the ways in which this character chooses to deal with those feelings.
3. Discuss a character from Raisin who changes significantly, telling specifically of the forces that bring about this change. How does this character relate to the other characters before the change and how does this character relate to the other characters after the change?
4. The American dream means something different to each character in A Raisin in the Sun. Discuss these differences and how they conflict with one another.
5. What does Mr. Lindner's practice of referring to the Youngers as "you people" convey about his attitude toward them?
6. What ideas do you think that Hansberry is trying to convey in A Raisin in the Sun? Use examples to support your ideas.
7. What do you think the future holds for the Younger family? Do you think Walter will change? Why or why not?
Choose and answer three of
English 5/6 Date__________________ Period___
When answering the questions: Use examples from the book to support your answers. Each answer should be a minimum of one paragraph (8-10 sentences). You will be graded on how well you answer the question. Don’t skimp on the details and be specific.
You do not have to write the question, but you must number it clearly so I know which you are answering.
You may use only your page of notes (one page, front/back) and the book for this test.
Choose and answer at least 4 of the questions below.
1. In literature, as in life, a character may search for a better way of life. Show how two characters from A Raisin in the Sun are searching for a better way of life. Explain what each character is hoping to gain through this search and discuss the ways in which each character attempts to bring about a change in his or her life.
2. In literature, as in life, a character might feel trapped. Discuss a character from Raisin who feels trapped and give examples of the ways in which this character chooses to deal with those feelings.
3. Discuss a character from Raisin who changes significantly, telling specifically of the forces that bring about this change. How does this character relate to the other characters before the change and how does this character relate to the other characters after the change?
4. The American dream means something different to each character in A Raisin in the Sun. Discuss these differences and how they conflict with one another.
5. What does Mr. Lindner's practice of referring to the Youngers as "you people" convey about his attitude toward them?
6. What ideas do you think that Hansberry is trying to convey in A Raisin in the Sun? Use examples to support your ideas.
7. What do you think the future holds for the Younger family? Do you think Walter will change? Why or why not?
Choose and answer three of