Would you sacrifice having a life to take care of someone who is disabled? Why?
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What is the denotative definition of “disability”?
Look it up... What is the connotative meaning that society connects to the word “disabled”? What is the denotative definition of the word “retarded”? Look it up… What is the connotative meaning that society connects to the word “retarded” ? A Raisin in the Sun covers a variety of topics and issues that are still relevant today. What do you think is the most important lesson our generation can take from this story? Explain…
“We, as human beings, must be willing to accept people who are different from ourselves.”
-Barbara Jordan Reflect on this quote… How does it relate to A Raisin in the Sun? How does it relate to American History? How does it relate to modern America? React to this video…
Do you have a personal connection to the content? How can the content be applied to Walter’s or Travis’ characters in A Raisin in the Sun? Does society have a similar expectation for women behaving feminine? Walter and Ruth are facing an issue with her having a baby on the way. She is considering getting rid of the child (abortion) because she does not think the family can take on another child, yet Walter does not seem to want to face reality. What advice would you give them?
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