Black Boy & Raisin in the Sun

In order to achieve success, you must be independent, have dignity, and be willing to take the needed risks. In both Black Boy and A Raisin in the Sun, many characters take risks in order to get the things they want out of life. By not acting like the “typical” African American would, these characters have diverged in life from the norm both emotionally and physically. From the early days of Richard’s childhood, Richard …

…all along - family unity, peace, and equality. In order to achieve success, you must be independent, have dignity, and be willing to take the needed risks. Richard Wright and Beneatha Younger followed their dreams and didn’t let anything hold them back from becoming what they wanted to be. Walter was successful in bringing the family back together by turning down Linders offer for the house. Both families achieved success through their changing ways.