Fences Jeopardy!

100

How does Troy's relationship with his family represent a fence? Cite Specific evidence.

By refusing to take blame, and making decisions by himself for other people, he separates himself from his family by making them dislike him. (Evidence to vary).

100

Why didn't Troy want Cory to play sports? How did Troy's experience in sports influence his view of the world?

He didn't want him to experience the same disappointment with the world that he did. His experiences made him see the world as an oppressor toward him, even when it wasn't.

100

What character "believes with every fiber of his being that he is (an) Archangel..." ? How does this portray the character?

Gabriel. His belief that he is an Archangel shows purity and innocence in Fences.

100

Why is Rose so angry about Troy's affair? What does she claim about her own family, and how does that relate to the themes of loyalty in Fences? Cite Specific Evidence.

Rose is angry about Troy's affair because she gave up her own life for him, and she didn't want "no half nothings" in her family. Her loyalty to Troy was not returned and she feels betrayed. (Evidence Varies)

100

How does the amount of scenes relate to Troy's sports obsession?

7 scenes, like 7 innings of a baseball game.