Major Themes in A Raisin in the Sun

Question 1

Dreams and Aspirations

Answer 1

The characters’ dreams and the impact of societal expectations.

Question 2

Race and Discrimination

Answer 2

The struggles faced by African Americans in the mid-20th century.

Question 3

Family and Identity

Answer 3

The dynamics of the Younger family and their individual identities.

Question 4

Economic Struggles

Answer 4

The impact of poverty and the pursuit of the American Dream