Exam 1 Flashcards
Who is Lena Younger
The matriarch of the Younger family, she receives a $10,000 life insurance check after her husband’s death and wants to use it to buy a house as it was her and her husband’s dream.
Who is Walter Lee Younger
Mama’s son, he dreams of investing the insurance money in a liquor store to escape poverty.
Who is Ruth Younger
Walter’s wife, she supports his dreams but faces challenges in their marriage
Who is Beneatha Younger
Walter’s sister, an aspiring doctor who explores her African heritage
Who is Travis Younger
Walter and Ruth’s son
Who is Joseph Asagai
A Nigerian student and Beneatha’s suitor who influences Beneatha in their racial heritage and medical pursuit
Who is George Murchison
A wealthy African American student, Beneatha’s other suitor whom does not partake in Beneatha’s interest and passion for her race and independence
Who is Karl Lindner
A representative from the Clybourne Park Improvement Association trying to persuade the youngers to not buy the house.
Who is Bobo
Walter’s remaining business partner
Grandpa Martin Vanderhof
He is the head of the Sycamore family and lives very carefree and not conforming to societal norms
Who is Alice Sycamore
The one “normal” person in the family who has an office job and a crush on a wealthy Tony Kirby. She is worried that now she is engaged to Tony that his family will not accept her odd family.
Who is Tony Kirby
He is engaged to Alice and is trying to convince his family that Alice’s family might be different but they are very loving and a caring family and they have nothing to worry about.
Who is Penelope Sycamore
Grandpa’s daughter and the mother of the Sycamore family. Penny is an aspiring writer who enjoys painting and engages in various hobbies
Who is Paul Sycamore
Penny’s husband and a fireworks enthusiast. Paul manufactures fireworks in the basement, contributing to the chaos of the household
Who is Essie Carmichael
Grandpa’s other granddaughter and Penny’s daughter. Essie is a passionate but talent-limited ballet dancer who is married to Ed Carmichael
