Raisin in the Sun pp. 64-75 Mr. McCloskey

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1. What is the meaning of "Alaiyo'? Why is it a fitting nickname for Beneatha?

2. Who is the woman that Ruth met with during her "doctor's appointment"?

3. How does the theme of cultural apathy (not caring) or self-hatred persist in Walter's character? Use a quote to Explain.

4. In a brief paragraph, describe the ending of Scene 2. What happens between Walter and Ruth? How does Mama try to help? Where does Beneatha fall in all of this?

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