A Raisin in the Sun Vocabulary Board

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A Raisin in the Sun - Vocabulary


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Activity Overview

Another great way to engage your students is through the creation of storyboards that use vocabulary from A Raisin in the Sun. Here is a list of a few vocabulary words commonly taught with the play, and an example of a visual vocabulary board.


Example Vocabulary Words from A Raisin in the Sun



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Template and Class Instructions

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Student Instructions

Demonstrate your understanding of the vocabulary words in A Raisin in the Sun by creating visualizations.


  1. Choose three vocabulary words from the story and type them in the title boxes.
  2. Find the definition in a print or online dictionary.
  3. Write a sentence that uses the vocabulary word.
  4. Illustrate the meaning of the word in the cell using a combination of scenes, characters, and items.
    • Alternatively, use Photos for Class to show the meaning of the words with the search bar.


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