VI. Exercise

Question 1

Why is Mama’s purchase of the house important?

Answer guide: The answer should center around what the house represents beyond being a physical building.

 

Question 2

Why does Hansberry present Karl Lindner as polite rather than openly aggressive?

Answer guide: The learner should focus of saying what this visit reveals about the nature of racism in the American society.

 

Question 3

How does Walter change in Act Two?

Answer guide: Here, compare Walter’s attitude at the beginning of the play with Walter’s attitude in act two.

 

Question 4

What does Beneatha’s relationship with Asagai reveal about her character?

Answer guide: The candidate should consider Beneatha’s identity, education and attitude towards African culture.

 

 

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