Act 2, Scene 1 Raisin in the Sun

First copy Act 2, Scene 1 Vocabulary (will be on the quiz next week)

Act 2, Scene 1 Vocab
1. dumbfounded (adj)- confused/surprised
2. eccentric (adj.)- odd; different from the norm
3. implore (v.)- beg/plead
4. incredulous (adj.)- doubt/disbelief
5. menacingly (adv) - in a threatening way
6. oppressive (adj.) - to hold down
7. plaintively (adv.) - sorrowfully/sadly
8. resignation (n) - acceptance of something you know will eventually happen
9. scrutinize (v)- to examine in detail
10. submerge (v)- to push below the surface; completely cover

HOMEWORK: 10 VOCABULARY SENTENCES DUE TOMORROW!!!

Remember: 
* Quiz  #2 tomorrow
*Reminder: All in-class work is due on time this quarter or it will not be accepted.

Second, we will read all of Act 2, Scene 1 today (hopefully) with the movie to follow (tomorrow?)
*You can work on the study guide questions for 2.1

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1. Describe the relationship between Ruth and Walter. Give an example (general not textual evidence).

2. Describe the relationship between Walter and Mama. Give an example (general not textual evidence).

3.Explain the differences that Mama feels exist between her (and Big Walter) and her children.--In other words, how are they different? Give an example (general not textual evidence).