What is the irony behind Karl Lindner visit?
The irony of what Lindner says is that he, with that single statement, justifies the Youngers to get enraged by his offer. Walter, Beneatha, and Ruth could have given Lindner an earful about who they were, or how hard they have worked for the success of their family.
How does Mama act when the check comes?
One for whom bread–food–isn’t enough; Beneatha needs intellectual knowledge, too. How do they react when Mama gets the check? Mama is scared, unsure if the amount is correct; Travis is excited as is Ruth and Beneatha.
What does Mama take to the new house with her?
Mama proceeds to wrap up a plant she wants to bring to the new house. Even though it’s old and raggedy, Mama thinks it expresses her. Then the children decide to give Mama the gift that they bought for her; it’s gardening tools. Travis presents her with his own gift, which is a large gardening hat.
Why does Mama want a new house?
She buys the house as a step toward the creation and fruition of more dreams for herself, her children, and her grandchildren. She believed the realization of her dream could eventually open the door for other family member’s dreams.
What is the main reason Mama bought the house?
Because she wanted to be close to a better school for Travis. C. Because that is what Walter Senior told her to do with the money.
Where is the Youngers new house located?
This house is in Clybourne Park, an entirely white neighborhood. When the Youngers’ future neighbors find out that the Youngers are moving in, they send Mr. Lindner, from the Clybourne Park Improvement Association, to offer the Youngers money in return for staying away.
What caused this rebellious attitude in Walter?
What caused this rebellious attitude in Walter? Lena has a change of heart and turns over to Walter the $6,500 she has left after making a deposit on a house.
Why is Walter so mad?
Meanwhile, Walter is noticeably upset because he wants to put all the money into the liquor store venture. They all become worried when they hear that the house is in Clybourne Park, an entirely white neighborhood. Mama asks for their understanding—it was the only house that they could afford.
Which person would be a better fit for beneatha Why?
Which is a better fit for Beneatha and why? Asagai is from a different part of the world and isn’t as wealthy as George Murchison. I think Asagai would be the best fit for Beneatha because he challenges her and pushes her to her full potential. George only has a set place for her not wanting to become anything.
Why does beneatha hate her brother?
She is angry that her brother does not recognize her dreams and feels that he is selfish for denying her right to want to be a success. What does Walter tell Beneatha she should do with her life?
Who opposes beneatha’s dream?
Because Mama’s generation considers the man to be the “natural” head of the family, many of Benetha’s dreams oppose this older idea of the woman as subservient. (Some say this has to do with Mama being a Southerner who moved up north in the chaos that followed the Civil War.)