Question

question 10 of 10
what is one reason the drama a raisin in the sun is so significant?

a. it was the first play with a nearly all-black cast to make it on broadway.

b. it singlehandedly catapulted the civil rights movement into action.

c. to date, it is the longest running play on broadway.

d. it was the first work of american literature written by a woman.

Explanation:

• Option B: The civil rights movement was already in motion, and the play didn't single - handedly start it.
• Option C: "A Raisin in the Sun" is not the longest - running play on Broadway.
• Option D: There were earlier works of American literature written by women.
• Option A: "A Raisin in the Sun" was indeed the first play with a nearly all - black cast to be produced on Broadway, which is a significant milestone in theater history.

Answer:

A. It was the first play with a nearly all - black cast to make it on Broadway.