What does Walter do with the money in a raisin in the sun?
Mama’s son, Walter Lee, would rather use the money to invest in a liquor store with his friends. He believes that the investment will solve the family’s financial problems forever. Finally, Beneatha, Walter’s sister and Mama’s daughter, wants to use the money for her medical school tuition.
Why does Walter give Travis the money?
Why does Walter give Travis a dollar instead of just 50 cents? To not only have the 50 cents for his teacher but so that he could treat himself by buying some fruit or taking a taxicab to school.
Why is Ruth mad when Walter gives Travis fifty cents?
Travis asks them for money—he is supposed to bring fifty cents to school—and Ruth says that they do not have it. His persistent nagging quickly irritates her. Walter then leaves for his job as a chauffeur—he has to ask Ruth for money to get to work because the money he gave Travis was his car fare.
What does Walter call himself?
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| A | B |
|---|---|
| When he is fooling around with Beneatha, what does Walter call himself | Flaming Spear |
| Who is the Youngers’ next-door neighbor? | Mrs. Johnson |
| Where does Treavis sleep | In the living room on the coach |
| What does Ruth buy in her excitement about the Youngers’ new home | Curtains |
How much money did mama want Walter to put away for Beneatha’s schooling?
Mama feels guilty for his unhappiness and tells him that she has never done anything to hurt her children. She gives him the remaining $6,500 of the insurance money, telling him to deposit $3,000 for Beneatha’s education and to keep the last $3,500.
Who reveals Ruth’s pregnancy to Walter?
Mama
Who does Walter Work for in a raisin in the sun?
Walter Lee Younger In his middle thirties, he is the husband of Ruth, father of Travis, brother of Beneatha, and son of Lena (Mama) Younger. Walter works as a chauffeur and drinks a bit too much at times.