A Raisin in the Sun is Walter Younger’s story. But powerful women who at times dominate the stage
surround this character. Ruth and Beneatha, like Walter, are struggling to liberate themselves not only from the
illusions of their time, but also the repressive aspects of sexism and racism. But each is doing it in her own
way. With this statement in mind choose one of these two characters, focus on one central event or moment
that shows how they manifest their aspirations to be free from these limitations.
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