A Raisin in the Sun
Jazmin, Lance, Michael, Desia Period Two
Thesis Statement
Theme Analysis
Conflict
Man vs Self
Man vs Self connects with the theme we chose because this conflict deals with characters choosing the right choice between what they want and what they should do.
"And we have decided to move into our house because my father-my father-he earned it for us brick by brick. We don't want to make no trouble for nobody or fight no causes, and we will try to be good neighbors. And that's all we got to say about that. We don't want the money," (pg.149).
This quote shows even though Walter wanted to take the money from Mr. Linder he did what was right for his family, by not taking the offer and setting a good example for his son.
Characterization & Quest for the American Dream
Walter
"Just tell me where you want to go to school and you'll go. Just tell me, what it you want to be-and you'll be it... Whatever you want to be-Yessir,"(pg.109).
Walter wants to be able to provided everything his family. This shows how much he worries and cares for his, through the way he wants to provide for them.
Mr. Linder
Mr. Linder is trying to make sure that the Younger Family doesn't get hurt. He does know the family to well he wants to do the well. So even though he knows he still shows importance worry towards the family.
Mama
Mama is trying to show the importance of what a family member really does in the time of need. She tries to show Walter life isn't about money, but how you treat you family when they most need it.
Symbolism
Mama's Plant
The insurance check
Sunlight
Conclusion
Works Cited
Inc, 1959. Print.
A Raisin in the Sun. Dir. Kenny Leon. Columbia Pictures Corporation 2008. DVD