Question

which of the following statements best summarizes why walter wants to accept mr. lindners offer?
a. he believes it is more important to have money to support his family than to preserve ones honor.
b. he is afraid that if he doesnt move like mr. lindner requested, mr. lindner will report the family to the police for breaking the law
c. he respects mr. lindners opinion and believes that the man is looking out for his familys best interest.
d. he thinks that the family can use the money to move to a fancier neighborhood if they accept the offer.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option based on the context of "A Raisin in the Sun". Walter's motivation for considering Mr. Lindner's offer (to not move into the white neighborhood) is about providing for his family financially.

• Option A: Walter sees money to support family as more important than honor here, which matches his struggle between financial security and pride.
• Option B: There's no indication Mr. Lindner will report to police, so this is incorrect.
• Option C: Walter doesn't respect Mr. Lindner's opinion as Mr. Lindner is acting out of racial prejudice, so this is wrong.
• Option D: The offer is to not move, not to move to a fancier neighborhood, so this is incorrect.

Answer:

A. He believes it is more important to have money to support his family than to preserve one’s honor.