Act 1 Scene 1

Act I Scene One
1. Why did Walter ask Ruth what was wrong with her?
She was mad because he was asking about the money

2. Why was Ruth upset when Walter gave Travis the money?
Their family doesn’t have lots of money

3. Who are Willy and Bobo?
They are walter’s friends who he wants to start his business with.

4. Walter said, “Damn my eggs . . . damn all the eggs that ever was!” Why?
Because he is upset and angry that she isnt listening to him.

5. Who is Beneatha?
Walter's sister.

6. Why was Mama getting a check for $10,000?
From her husbands death.

7. Why did Beneatha say she wouldn’t marry George?
She can’t marry George causes he’s a rich colored person

8. What was Beneatha’s attitude towards God?
God is just an idea. And he shouldnt get all the credit for everything good.

9. What happened to Ruth at the end of Act I Scene One?
She passes out because of the pregancy.