Question

What makes explain why the dresser Mama suggest Ruth gets is a symbol for making do?

Answer 1

mama decides to stay in the apartment.

Answer 2

The answer is:

Mama decided to stay in the apartment.

In a Raisin in the Sun, Mama also known as Lena is the hardworking head of the family, she is Ruth´s mother in law and they all live together in a small 2 bedroom apartment in south chicago.