How does Hansberry’s portrayal of these characters call these roles into question? Does Hansberry seem to support or reject traditional gender roles in the play?
Throughout A Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine Hansberry explores changing gender roles. Consider the treatment of gender as it relates to the major characters of Walter, Beneath, Ruth, and Mama. How does Hansberry’s portrayal of these characters call these roles into question? Does Hansberry seem to support or reject traditional gender roles in the play?