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  Why has Karl Lindner come to visit them?

  Posted by lilmama513 on Nov 7, 2009 at 10:40 AM

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  Why did Walter ask Ruth what was wrong with her?

  Posted by krazyghurl06 on Oct 22, 2009 at 08:33 PM

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  What did Ruth find out at the doctor's office in "A Raisin in the Sun"?  

  Posted by justin-denette on Oct 19, 2009 at 06:23 PM

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  Identify words or lines that contain IRONY in Act III and discuss them.

  Posted by baller03 on Oct 12, 2009 at 05:48 PM

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  What is the difference between  the play A Raisin in the Sun and the poem "Harlem"?

  Posted by tab7 on Sep 30, 2009 at 03:43 PM

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  In A Raisin in the Sun, what are three actions taken by Beneatha so that she doesn't become an assimilationist?  

  Posted by mromgu on Sep 30, 2009 at 01:32 PM

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  What does the word "raisin" in the title "A Raisin in the Sun" symbolize?

  Posted by mummatracer09 on Sep 13, 2009 at 09:41 AM

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  What details of the setting in A Raisin in the Sun show that the apartment is crowed?

  Posted by juju012 on Sep 6, 2009 at 08:46 PM

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  In A Raisin in the Sun, what are Walter Lee's and Ruth's expectations of each other?  

  Posted by gigi17 on Sep 4, 2009 at 02:36 PM

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  In "A Raisin in the Sun", why does Mama not fully share her family's excitement about the check?

  Posted by iluvhim on Aug 23, 2009 at 08:50 PM

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  Describe as completely as possible the character of Walter Young in Lorraine Hansberry's play, A Raisin in the Sun.

  Posted by dalamar on Aug 4, 2009 at 10:02 AM

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  Think about the role of money in the play, A Raisin in the Sun. How does it affect different characters?

  Posted by dalamar on Aug 1, 2009 at 05:18 PM

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  Discuss the title of the play, A Raisin in the Sun. How does it relate to the dreams of each of the characters?

  Posted by dalamar on Aug 1, 2009 at 05:17 PM

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  In A Raisin in the Sun, how does the idea of assimilationism become important?

  Posted by dalamar on Aug 1, 2009 at 04:10 PM

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  In what ways is A Raisin in the Sun a touching story for anyone who has ever felt alone, different, or powerless?

  Posted by asilly on Jul 21, 2009 at 05:04 PM

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  Can anyone tell a little bit about the summary of A Raisin the Sun book?

  Posted by asilly on Jul 20, 2009 at 03:10 PM

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  Describe the idea of the American Dream in "A Raisin in the Sun". How does that dream differ from Beneatha to Walter to Mama? Why?

  Posted by uhiuyiou on Jun 2, 2009 at 07:47 PM

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  In "A Raisin in the Sun", what does Mrs. Johnson's visit symbolize?

  Posted by miki1234 on May 13, 2009 at 06:23 PM

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  Why does Mrs. Johnson visit the youngers in A Raisin in the Sun?

  Posted by sheniqua7892 on May 13, 2009 at 06:17 PM

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  What would be the theme of "A Raisin in the Sun" and the poem "Harlem?"

  Posted by deshon on Apr 21, 2009 at 08:16 AM

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  Compare and contrast A Raisin in the Sun.  

  Posted by phylec on Apr 20, 2009 at 12:20 PM

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  Mama tells Walter that something is eating him up, something that has to do with more than just money. What do you think it is?

  Posted by alissajohnson on Apr 14, 2009 at 03:19 PM

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  What is the literary device of "A Raisin in the Sun" and "Harlem"?

  Posted by deshon on Apr 6, 2009 at 02:15 PM

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  Can you give me a synopsis for Act I Scene i of A Raisin in the Sun?

  Posted by jeniece on Apr 4, 2009 at 08:02 PM

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  Analyze this quote from "A Raisin in the Sun":  "We ain't no business people Ruth,we just plain working folks."

  Posted by tgirl5 on Mar 31, 2009 at 07:01 AM

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  What are some adjectives that describe Lena Younger from A Raisin in the Sun?

  Posted by emira01 on Mar 29, 2009 at 03:13 PM

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  Are there any other themes in A Raisin in the Sun?

  Posted by lilmama09 on Mar 25, 2009 at 07:38 AM

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  How does Hansberry challenge sterotypes of African Americans in her play? Discuss a character, relationship or situation that shows this.

  Posted by hp28 on Mar 15, 2009 at 06:13 PM

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  What theme relates to the conflict between mama and her children and what was mama's dream and big walter's dream for their children?

  Posted by ttt12 on Mar 15, 2009 at 06:10 PM

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  Why does George say "Good night Prometheus?"

  Posted by xbellalyssx18 on Feb 25, 2009 at 08:22 PM

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  Lena and Ruth both reflect the different roles of women in society. What are the roles represented?   Please support with text evidence.

  Posted by bunardy on Feb 24, 2009 at 05:46 PM

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  In A Raisin in the Sun, why is Ruth so reluctant to do what Walter wants to do?

  Posted by lillypad09 on Feb 24, 2009 at 05:19 PM

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  Mama is the matriarch of the family and critics suggest she is the strongest woman in the play. Is she?

  Posted by bunardy on Feb 21, 2009 at 09:16 PM

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  What was Hansberry trying to convey to the audience in A Raisin in the Sun?

  Posted by lillypad09 on Feb 21, 2009 at 09:12 PM

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  Describe the relationship between Mama and Walter in the play "A Raisin in the Sun"?

  Posted by carmen2229 on Feb 17, 2009 at 06:44 PM

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  Is Karl Linder racist? What is his message and what are its possible effects?

  Posted by lillypad09 on Feb 11, 2009 at 05:27 PM

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  What was the significance of the Younger's living room in "A Raisin in the Sun"?

  Posted by hondasister on Dec 7, 2008 at 08:09 PM

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  In "A Raisin in the Sun" certain characters change and grow as a result of their experiences. Explain which character changes the most.

  Posted by marthaflorido on Nov 30, 2008 at 11:46 AM

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  Is there any irony in "A Raisin in the Sun"?

  Posted by katromero on Nov 22, 2008 at 09:40 PM

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  (ACT II)  What are some dramatic techniques in the play? Please name and discuss three.

  Posted by katromero on Nov 19, 2008 at 01:43 PM

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  What are the dynamics of family relationships within "A Raisin in the Sun".

  Posted by sjs0116 on Nov 18, 2008 at 12:30 PM

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  How does A Raisin in the Sun transcend the label "minority literature"?

  Posted by sjs0116 on Nov 17, 2008 at 06:18 AM

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  In A Raisin in the Sun what is the author's intention for writing this piece, and what audience was the piece intended for?

  Posted by fabby on Nov 16, 2008 at 10:43 PM

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  In Trifles and A Raisin in the Sun, what are the specific contextual symbols, and how do these symbols contribute to both works?

  Posted by doh6599a on Nov 14, 2008 at 06:53 PM

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  What conflicts do you see emerging in the play "A Raisin in the Sun"?

  Posted by katromero on Nov 12, 2008 at 09:30 AM

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  The pathlogical and resilient approach to examine the Younger family.

  Posted by donquan on Nov 11, 2008 at 05:14 AM

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  Describe the setting of the play "A Raisin in the Sun" by Lorraine Hansberry.

  Posted by winellyfordyce on Oct 30, 2008 at 03:31 PM

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  What is the significance of Karl Lindner's name in "A Raisin in the Sun"?

  Posted by trapper on Oct 23, 2008 at 02:10 PM

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  Why do you think Beneatha greets Mrs.Johnson so curtly?  Why does Mrs. Younger object?

  Posted by jonasbrothers on Oct 22, 2008 at 12:30 PM

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  What significance does the scene with Travis and the other children chasing a rat have in regard to the feelings of Black Americans in the U.S.A?

  Posted by trapper on Oct 15, 2008 at 11:26 AM