In the poem and ldquoDream Deferred and Langston Hughes asks the questions What happens to a dream deferred and Does it dry up like a raisin in the sun What does the author mean by comparing a pos?

The author is using the imagery of a raisin in the sun to suggest that when dreams are delayed or unfulfilled, they may shrink and lose vitality just like a raisin shrivels in the sun. This comparison highlights the idea that unfulfilled dreams can lead to disappointment, frustration, and a sense of loss.