Fences Act 1, scene 3

Front

What does Cory want Troy to buy?

Back

Cory wants Troy to buy a TV.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

What are Troy and Cory doing together at the beginning of the scene?

Back

Troy and Cory are building a fence together.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Front

Where does Cory work?

Back

Cory works at the grocery store (A&P).

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What is the significance of the fence in the play?

Back

The fence symbolizes both physical and emotional barriers in the family.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does Troy's past influence his relationship with Cory?

Back

Troy's past experiences shape his views on responsibility and success, affecting how he interacts with Cory.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What does Troy's job as a garbage collector represent?

Back

Troy's job represents the struggles of African Americans in the workforce and the limitations they face.

Front

How does Cory's ambition differ from Troy's expectations?

Back

Cory is ambitious and wants to pursue football, while Troy wants him to focus on more stable job prospects.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does sports play in Cory's life?

Back

Sports, particularly football, represent Cory's dreams and aspirations for a better future.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What is Troy's attitude towards change?

Back

Troy is resistant to change and clings to traditional values and roles.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does the setting influence the characters' interactions?

Back

The setting, a working-class neighborhood, reflects the struggles and dynamics of the characters' lives.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3