Fences
How is a fence being built between Rose and Troy in Act 1 Scene 3.
Troy lied about going to Taylor's to listen to the game and Rose is upset with how he acts.
What sport did Troy Maxson play before he got too old?
Baseball
What is the significance of the quote "Troy... St. Peter got your name in the book. I seen it. It says... Troy Maxson. I say... I know him! He got the same name like what I got. That's my brother!" (1.2.148-151)
1. This foreshadows the death of Troy.
2. Sets a base for why Gabriel plays the horn at Troy's funeral.
3. Other potential Answers.
What does Act 1, Scene 2 reveal about Gabriel and Troy's relationship? Site specific evidence.
1. Gabriel and Troy have a father son relationship.
2. Gabriel is independent for the most part, but Troy acts like a caretaker for him.
3. Troy sees Gabriel as a child.
What is the significance of Rose singing in the opening of Act 1, Scene 2?
It builds Rose's motive as a character to build a fence to protect herself and her family instead of building a fence to separate herself.