Still, we can see that at some time, a time probably no longer remembered by the family (except perhaps for Mama), 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. ... Even though the apartment is apparently in a bad section of town the Youngers do not allow the inside to reflect their surroundings; they have more pride than that. ... The insurance check has a common meaning to all of the characters; it signifies an answer to all of their prayers. ... The plot of the play seems to be ...

• Word Count: 1315
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

In this time period, an African-American can hardly have any rights because of discrimination and prejudice. ... She is a perfectionist and takes pride in being a South African. ... Another theme is pride, which is brought in by Walter. ... And although the Youngers are a poor black family, they have pride in themselves and value what they have. ... What does each character want to do with the family's inheritance? ...

• Word Count: 1553
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School