Wednesday, Introduction to Raisin in the Sun, periods 8 & 9

Objective: by the end of class, students will be introduced to the historical background of Raisin in the Sun and relate to real life.

DO NOW

What is your greatest dream in life? What are you actively doing to realize that dream and make it come true? What obstacles are in your way or that you expect will be in your way at some point?

1. Powerpoint  - A dream deferred - langston hughes


2. Facts about Lorraine Hansberry

3. Preview to Raisin in the Sun trailer.

4. Packets distributed. Complete theme section - Real life examples prior to reading.

Exit Pass

Why do people behave as they do? What influences them the most/ What influences you the most when having to make a decision?