He was proud and lindner was only trying to pay the family off
Walter initially invites Mr. Lindner over to their apartment again because he wants to take the money.
Mr. Lindner puts it in the bank for the Youngers
Mr. Lindner puts it in the bank for the Youngers
Mr. Lindner puts it in the bank for the Youngers
Mr. Lindner puts it in the bank for the Youngers
Walter refused to take the money from Lindner because he wanted to maintain his dignity and pride. Accepting the offer would have meant compromising his family's values and dreams for a better life in a neighborhood they aspired to live in. He recognized that the money came with strings attached, reinforcing racial and socioeconomic barriers, which he ultimately rejected in favor of self-respect and empowerment.
In Act 3 of "A Raisin in the Sun," Walter invites Mr. Lindner over again because he is struggling with his sense of pride and the financial pressures facing his family. After the loss of his father's insurance money, Walter sees Lindner's offer as a way to secure a financial solution to their problems, despite the racial implications. Ultimately, this moment reflects Walter's internal conflict between his dignity and the desperation of his situation. However, he ultimately rejects Lindner's offer, reaffirming his commitment to his family's dreams and values.
He becomes a man when he declines Mr. Lindner's offer of money and decides to keep the new house for the benefit of his family.
he didnt want take it, but she told him to just give it back to her.
Miss Caroline offered to give Walter Cunninghm twenty-five cents because she thought he might not have any lunch money. She did not understand that Walter would not accept charity, as his family was proud and did not take handouts.
In Lorraine Hansberry's play "A Raisin in the Sun," Walter Lee Younger never finds Willy Harris. Willy disappears with the money that Walter invested, leaving Walter in a state of despair and betrayal. Instead of seeking out Willy, Walter ultimately focuses on his family's future and decides to uphold his father's legacy by rejecting Mr. Lindner's buyout offer. This decision marks a significant moment of growth for Walter as he embraces his values and responsibilities.
Scout describes Walter Cunningham's life situation to her teacher to explain why he may not have the means to pay back the lunch money she offered him. Scout wants her teacher to understand that Walter comes from a less privileged background, where money is scarce and not easily given away.