What do some of Hansberry’s word choices in describing the setting tell us about the family, before we even meet them?

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A Raisin in the Sun

What do some of Hansberry’s word choices in describing the setting tell us about the family, before we even meet them?

Refer to specific lines in the text. (i.e.: “…the furnishings of this room were actually selected with care and love and even hope – and brought to this apartment and arranged with taste and pride…”; “Weariness has, in fact, won in this room.”)

Asked by Michelle S #450477 on 6/15/2015 4:59 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 6/15/2015 5:33 PM

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 6/15/2015 5:33 PM

The furniture is worn, which means the familty has not been able to replace it, but when it was purchased, they put a good amount of love and care in their choices. Now, the worn furniture is covered with love, and the carpets are covered as well. Ruth dosplays her pride in what she has by takng care that no matter the age of the furniture.... it always looks presentable (the same goes for her carpets).

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