Describe the relationship that exists between Ruth and Walter at the beginning of "A Raisin in the Sun." How does it change as the play grows?

At the
beginning of , we are introduced to the Younger familycomplete with all their
struggles and divergent dreams.andstand out because they are the only married couple in the
family. Mama is a widow, andis considering different suitors. While we would expect to see Ruth
and Walter Lee getting along and working together as a married couplewe dont. Walter and Ruth
have different dreams and expectations, and the conflict of their goals are palpable in their
first interaction.

At the start of the play their son, , asks his mother for
money because the teacher says he needs it. His mother knows better and tells him that he may
have some money for car fare and milk, but he cannot have any extra to buy toys or cap guns. She
is strict with their money, knowing exactly how much she makes at her job. Travis lingers, and
eventually, Walter Lee gets involved in the issue. He does not appreciate his wife acting like
they dont have money,

WALTER...