Which character's dream is explicitly described as being to become a doctor?

• A. Walter
• B. Travis
• C. Beneatha
• D. Mama

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is recognizing which character has a clearly stated goal of a medical career. Beneatha makes that ambition explicit when she talks about going to medical school and becoming a doctor, highlighting her determination to pursue a professional path despite the barriers of race and gender. This stands out from the other family members’ dreams: Walter hopes for financial success through business to prove his worth; Mama desires a secure home and family stability; Travis’s hopes are simpler and not tied to a specific profession. Because Beneatha’s dream is the only one described as becoming a doctor, she is the correct choice.