Exploring Act 1 of Fences

What is the primary occupation of Troy Maxson in Act 1?

• Garbage collector

• Chef

• Mechanic

• Teacher

How does Troy feel about his past as a baseball player?

• Troy feels proud of his achievements as a baseball player.

• Troy feels regret and bitterness about his past as a baseball player.

• Troy believes his baseball career was a success without regrets.

• Troy has no strong feelings about his past in baseball.

What is the significance of the fence in the play?

• The fence serves as a decorative element with no deeper meaning.

• The fence signifies barriers and divisions in the characters' lives.

• The fence represents a source of protection for the characters.

• The fence symbolizes unity and togetherness among the characters.

Describe the relationship between Troy and his son, Cory, in Act 1.

• Troy and Cory have a close and supportive relationship.

• Troy and Cory have a strained relationship characterized by Troy's domineering nature and Cory's desire for independence.

• Cory is completely obedient to Troy's wishes.

• Troy encourages Cory to pursue his dreams without restrictions.

What does Troy's conversation with Bono reveal about his character?

• Troy is solely focused on his career and neglects personal relationships.

• Troy is proud yet burdened by his past and struggles with his identity.

• Troy is indifferent to his past and embraces his identity.

• Troy is carefree and does not take life seriously.

How does the theme of race and discrimination manifest in Act 1?

• Character interactions are solely based on friendship.

• The theme of race and discrimination manifests through character interactions and societal prejudices.

• Race and discrimination are not relevant to the plot.

• The theme is only discussed in Act 2.

What are Troy's views on responsibility and providing for his family?

• Troy feels that responsibility is a burden and often neglects his family's needs.

• Troy views responsibility as essential and believes in providing for his family, but he struggles with the pressures it brings.

• Troy believes that responsibility is overrated and prioritizes his own happiness.

• Troy thinks providing for his family is solely about financial support without emotional involvement.

How does Rose, Troy's wife, contribute to the family dynamic in Act 1?

• Rose encourages Troy to neglect his responsibilities and pursue his dreams without regard for the family.

• Rose contributes to the family dynamic by being a stabilizing and nurturing force, balancing Troy's personality and encouraging family responsibility.

• Rose often creates conflict within the family by challenging Troy's authority.

• Rose is indifferent to family matters and focuses solely on her own interests.

What event from Troy's past does he frequently reference in Act 1?

• His time playing in the Major Leagues.

• His childhood in the South.

• His experiences in the Negro Leagues.

• His experiences in World War II.

How does the setting of the play influence the characters' interactions in Act 1?

• The setting shapes characters' interactions by influencing their behavior, formality, and relationships.

• The setting has no impact on character dynamics.

• Characters interact the same regardless of the setting.

• The setting only affects the plot, not the characters.