In “A Raisin in the Sun,” Hansberry created Ruth to be a supportive character because she is kind, hardworking, and caring; however some readers may believe he is irresponsible and closed-minded and may not like the character for these reasons. Hansberry made Ruth seem courageous in how she is able to move forward no matter the situation. This can be seen in Act I Scene I when Mama and Ruth discuss Walter's decision to invest in the liquor store: “Mama, there's something going on between me and Walter... he needs something – something I can't anymore give it. He needs this chance, Lena. Ruth shows Lena that she is willing to compromise in some way with Walter to satisfy him and make him happy. This shows her kindness because even though she doesn't agree with Walter's plans, she is willing to let him do what he wants because she trusts him and wants to make him happy at any cost. Another example is in Scene 3 of Act II: “Oh – well, there's sure to be something all over the house. In any case, it was too good a deal to pass up. In this verse Ruth talks about the curtains she bought for the new house. Even though she just found out that it doesn't fit the windows she wanted, she's still happy she bought them. Hansberry uses this line to show Ruth's kindness because she is trying to spread her joy and enthusiasm to the whole family because they are moving to a better house and nothing will ruin her optimistic mood. Ruth's kindness is an important part of keeping the family together and this also shows her dedication to the family no matter how hard she has to work. Hansberry made Ruth seem like a hard worker through how she remains committed to her family no matter what difficulties they face. . Rut...... middle of paper...... says on the subject and lies to Travis about not having 50 cents. Another example is in Scene I of Act I, when Ruth talks to Walter in the morning: “(Tiredly) Darling, you never say anything new. I listen to you every day, every night and every morning, and you never say anything new. (Shrug) So you'd rather be Mr. Arnold than his driver. So I would rather live in Buckingham Palace." Walter is trying to talk to Ruth about investing in the liquor store and his dreams of becoming rich and having a lot of money in the future; yet, in this quote, Ruth seems irritated and annoyed by him. Hansberry uses this to show that Ruth is sometimes annoyed by other people and is unwilling to listen to what others want to say due to her closed mindedness. Ruth may also seem evil towards the end of the story. Works Cited A Raisin in the Sun, Lorraine Hansberry