“The Timeless Relevance of “A Raisin in the Sun”: Examining the Play’s Impact 60+ Years Later”

The Song Does Not Have to Remain the Same
Consider whether Hansberry’s “A Raisin in the Sun” still has anything to say to
audiences more than 60 years after its debut. Whatever position you take, make sure to define the terms of your argument clearly, so your reader will know how and why you find the play still of value, a little creaky, or obsolete.
Beyond evidence drawn from the play itself, this paper must use supporting evidence and
scholarship. Each paper must use at least one of the supporting materials found in the
textbook. There are cultural and historical perspectives found immediately before and after the play. In addition, each paper must also use at least one article on Hansberry or on the play
found in an academic database accessed through the NCC Library.
Your argument may draw on concepts from psychology, gender studies, economics,
politics, or some combination of points of view. Papers will be deemed incomplete and have
their grades impacted if they do not provide evidence from the all three sources listed above.
Make sure to identify to construct a clear and specific argument with a sense of purpose.
Your essay must rely on evidence from the primary text in addition to additional research you use to support your claims. When possible, use literary terms learned/used during the semester.
Finally, use MLA style documentation in the body of the paper and include a Work Cited list.
The essay must be approximately 5-6 pages double-spaced in 12-point font; the Work
Cited page does not count in the page approximation. The essay must also have an original title that reflects its idea or its argument.