Act 1 Scene 1

1. Why did Walter ask Ruth what was wrong with her?
Walter asked Ruth what was wrong because when he asks if his mom's check is coming that day and Ruth gets all defensive saying that she doesn't want him getting up and asking about any money.

2. Why was Ruth upset when Walter gave Travis the money?
Ruth was upset when Walter gave Travis the money because they don't have that much money to just be giving away.

3. Who are Willy and Bobo?
Willy and Bobo are the guys that Walter wants to start a liquor store with.

4. Walter said, “Damn my eggs . . . damn all the eggs that ever was!” Why?
Walter said that because he is trying to tell Ruth something and all she keeps telling him is to eat his eggs.

5. Who is Beneatha?
Beneatha is Walter's sister.

6. Why was Mama getting a check for $10,000?
Mama was getting the check because her husband died. It's his life insurance money.

7. Why did Beneatha say she wouldn’t marry George?
Beneatha said that she likes George and all but he's a little shallow.

8. What was Beneatha’s attitude towards God?
It seemed like Beneatha doesn't really care about God.

9. What happened to Ruth at the end of Act I Scene One?
Ruth fainted because she is overworking and pregnant.