Check some current events for real-life examples; here are
brief examples of these themes from the play.
1. Dreams can
either save or destroy a person.--Walter is saved by his dreams because they indirectly
allow him to have a better relationship with his family. Bobo, on the other hand, seems
to be destroyed by his dream because he loses all his life
savings.
2. Values & ideals are worth fighting
for.--Beneatha believes that she should have an emotional connection with a significant
other, so she stops seeing George even though her family believes that he is a good
choice for her.
3. We do not simply live for ourselves, but
for those who came before & will come after us.--Mama believes that she must
honor her husband's memory and make her children's dreams come
true.
4. It is never too late to start over.--Although much
of the money is lost, the family still moves to Clybourne Park in search of a better
life.
5. Only through self-respect & self-esteem
can people live with themselves.--Mama tells Travis that his father will speak for the
family when Mr. Linder arrives, and Walter changes his mind when he knows that he needs
to show his son a lesson in respect and pride.
6.
Materialism & money, in themselves, are worthless.--The money is so easily lost
that in itself, it is worthless. The strength of the family unit is much more
important.
7. Families can survive any catastrophe if the
members love one another & share a common goal.--Mama tells Beneatha that she
should love people when they go through bad times, not only when they prove good. Mama
says that people need love most when there are hard
times.
8. Dreams are necessary & important, even if
we don't completely realize them.--Walter never realizes his dreams of owning a business
during the course of the play; however, his dreams keep him spirited and looking for a
brighter day.
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