Symbolism
What did the fence represent?
The families relationship with each other, and how Rose wanted to keep Troy
How has Troys relationship with Rose changed throughout these scenes?
It has changed for the worst, as they are growing more distant and hateful.
In what ways did Troy hurt Rose?
He cheated on her, he attacked her, etc.
What happened to Troy at the end of the book?
Troy died
What did Troy want to be?
A pro baseball player
What does the Devil represent?
Struggle of Troys daily life and greed
Why does Troy dislike Lyons so much?
Lyons doesn't make enough money, and doesn't “have a real job” according to Troy
What did Troy mean by “don't strike out”?
Troy was threatening Cory, saying that he only had one more chance.
How is Cory different from his father?
He has stuck to a career path, he has stayed out of trouble, and is a responsible young man unlike Troy.
What did Cory end up doing instead of football?
He went into the Marine Corps
What did death represent?
Shame, despair, unstoppable forces
How has Troys relationship with Rose changed throughout these scenes?
It has changed for the worst, as they are growing more distant and hateful.
How has the cycle of abuse gone through Troys family?
It started with Troys father, which then passed down to Troy, and possibly to his kids.
What new character is introduced in Scene 4?
Raynell
What happened to Roses hopes and dreams?
she gave them up to be with Troy
Judgement, Innocence, tragic reality of WWII veterans
How is Roses relationship with her kids different than Troys?
She supported their dreams, she didn't beat them, she respected them
How did Troy end the abuse from his father?
Troy saved his girlfriend from being assaulted by his father, and ran away
Why was Gabriel instituted into a mental hospital?
Troy signed the papers to instate him into one without reading them
How did Lyons dream fail?
His music never became popular, and hes not making money
What did Troys songs “Old Blue” and “Please Mr. Engineer, let a man ride the line” represent?
His past, endurance, and a second chance
How is Troys relationship with his father different with his relationship with Cory?
Troy actually wants the best for Cory, even if it doesn't seem like it.
How is Troy’s abuse different from his father’s?
Troy never hit his son, Troys father beat Troy a lot.
Who took after Troy’s past life the most?
Lyons
How did Troy feel after challenging the segregation in his work?
He felt unsatisfied and lonely driving the truck