1. Character descriptions
A Raisin in the Sun
Character descriptions

2. Mama (Lena) Matriarch – in her sixties
Family first – dreams on hold to raise her family
Calm, but strong willed
Can be stubborn
Peaceful and peace keeper
Wants to see her children happy

3. Ruth Walter’s wife, Mama’s daughter in law – 30ish
Matriarch in training – whether she wants it or not
Tired – does all for family, nothing for self – seems to be going through the motions of life
Lost dreams

4. Walter Son of Mama, wife of Ruth, father of Travis – mid 30s
Dreamer – always wants more
Unsuccessful dream
Unhappy with “station” in life, doesn’t want to settle
Can be unrealistic
Though selfish at times, focuses on family and tries to do what he thinks is best for them.

5. Beneatha Mama’s daughter, Walter’s sister – early 20s
Life ahead of her – wants to go to med school to be a doctor
Dreams beginning
Focused on self – little to no responsibility to others
Wants to be wise and open minded, but naive

6. travis Son of Walter and Ruth – 10 years old Energetic, hopeful
Represents next generation
Dreams yet to come

7. Joseph asagai Nigerian student – a little older than Beneatha
Studying in US, more traveled and cultured than family in apartment
Kindhearted, open minded
Would like to date Beneatha

8. George murchison Comes from a wealthy family Casually dates Beneatha
A bit condescending to Beneatha and family due to gender and money

9. Karl linder Representative of Clybourne Park
Does not want Younger family to move into their neighborhood