Question

question 9 of 10
which of these is a general theme in a raisin in the sun?
a. the exploration of what happens when dreams cannot be achieved
b. the effects that having too many choices in life can have on a person
c. the destructive capability of having too much money
d. the tension between people that is created when family members are forced to part

Explanation:

A Raisin in the Sun centers on the Younger family, each member with distinct dreams (e.g., Walter's business aspirations, Beneatha's medical school goal) that are frustrated by systemic racism and financial scarcity. The play explores the strain, resilience, and consequences when these unfulfilled dreams collide with harsh reality, making this the core general theme. The other options do not align with the play's primary focus: the family does not face an overabundance of choices, money's destruction is not the central focus, and the story does not revolve around forced family separation.

Answer:

A. The exploration of what happens when dreams cannot be achieved