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Fences Quiz

August Wilson
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Fences Quiz

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1)

Why does Troy tell Cory he has to get another job? (from Act 1, Scene 3)

Because Cory should learn what it's like to go to work every day.
Because Rose will be ashamed of Cory if he doesn't.
Because they need Cory to make money to help the family.
Because Troy's the boss and what he says goes.
2)

When Lyons arrives in Act 5, what does he tell Cory he's been doing? (from Act 2, Scene 5)

He's been working with Troy.
He's been in jail.
He's been playing in clubs.
He's been traveling.
3)

As Cory runs out of the house, late for a game, what does Rose say to him? (from Act 1, Scene 4)

That his room is a mess.
That she hopes he wins.
That the recruiter called him again.
That she'll make his favorite dinner.
4)

What does Rose say Cory wants to hear from Troy? (from Act 1, Scene 3)

That he's talented at football.
That Cory should do whatever he wants.
That Troy loves him.
That he did a good job.
5)

As Troy complains about how everybody manages his money for him, Gabriel arrives carrying what? (from Act 1, Scene 4)

A bottle of gin.
A bag of coins.
A rose.
A book.
6)

Where do Troy and Bono come home from at the beginning of Act 2? (from Act 2, Scene 1)

Their job.
The police station.
The bar.
The game.
7)

What does Rose tell Cory he can't escape? (from Act 2, Scene 5)

Nightmares about his childhood.
The fact that he hasn't been to see her for years.
The fact that he physically resembles his father.
The part of him that was and will always be Troy.
8)

Which of the following is NOT included in Old Blue's song? (from Act 2, Scene 5)

That he died like a man.
That his grave was dug with a silver spade.
That he lived near the river and swam every day.
That he treed a possum in Noah's Ark.
9)

As the first Act closes, what does Troy tell Cory he'd better be careful not to do? (from Act 1, Scene 4)

Steal anything ever again.
Fail his classes.
Find another job.
Strike out.
10)

How does Cory respond to his mother as he leaves the house, hurrying because he is late for a game? (from Act 1, Scene 4)

He says that he'll bring chicken home for his mother.
He says that he'll call the recruiter back when he gets home.
He says that he will clean his room when he gets home.
He says that he'll be home immediately after the game.
11)

What is Troy doing with the baby as Rose comes out from the house and listens to him? (from Act 2, Scene 2/3)

Telling the baby the history of the family.
Humming an old song about a dog.
Tapping his foot and rocking the baby.
Singing a lullaby to the baby.
12)

While Cory is inside looking for another saw, what does Bono tell Troy to be careful about? (from Act 2, Scene 1)

About carrying on with two women.
About spending too much money on the fence.
About alienating Cory.
About wasting too much time on the fence.
13)

What does Troy assume Lyons is doing when he puts his hand in his pocket? (from Act 1, Scene 4)

Troy assumes Lyons is going to pay Troy back.
Troy assumes Lyons is going to ask for money.
Troy assumes Lyons it going to show he has no money to buy them drinks.
Troy assumes Lyons is going to pay Bono back.
14)

Why has Troy been busy at work? (from Act 2, Scene 4)

He's driving a different route every week.
His boss is pushing him.
He is working overtime.
He's doing his job and Bono's too.
15)

Troy says that all he's got strength to do is __________ (fill in the blank). (from Act 1, Scene 3)

Put up with all the people telling him what to do.
Pray for guidance.
Stay put and not pick up and leave.
Earn a living to support all the people who rely on him.
16)

After Rose goes inside the house after learning about the baby, to whom does Troy address his monologue? (from Act 2, Scene 2/3)

Death.
Bono.
The Devil.
God.
17)

How long has it been since Bono has been by to see Troy? (from Act 2, Scene 4)

Several months.
A year.
A week.
Two days.
18)

What does Troy tell Cory after he has tried to free Rose? (from Act 2, Scene 1)

That Cory couldn't take him on.
That Cory should watch his back.
That he's just had strike two.
That he's calling a foul.
19)

What is Cory wearing when he arrives home and meets Raynell for the first time since she was a baby? (from Act 2, Scene 5)

The clothes he wears to collect garbage.
A marine sergeant's uniform.
Troy's old suit.
A track suit.
20)

When Rose comes out, Gabriel arrives prepared to do what? (from Act 2, Scene 5)

Play his horn loudly at Troy's funeral.
Blow the gates of heaven open for Troy.
Move back into the house that actually belongs to him.
Tear down the fence he's always hated.
21)

After Lyons and Bono leave, Cory comes home angry with his father for what? (from Act 1, Scene 4)

For telling his mother that he had stolen money from her purse.
For telling his teacher that Cory never did any homework.
For telling his boss that he didn't want Cory to work at the store any more.
For telling the coach that Cory isn't allowed play football any more.
22)

Who has control over Gabriel's money? (from Act 2, Scene 2/3)

Troy.
Cory.
The bank.
Rose.
23)

What does Bono answer in reply to Cory's question about why they need a fence? (from Act 2, Scene 1)

He says that Rose wants to put up a barrier between them and the neighbors.
He says that Rose's garden is important to her.
He says that Rose wants to protect them because she loves them.
He says that Rose is tired of people cutting through her yard.
24)

In his monologue, what does Troy say he's going to finish? (from Act 2, Scene 2/3)

His relationship with Alberta.
His relationship with Rose.
The fence.
His job.
25)

In what way does Troy say he doesn't want his son to end up like him? (from Act 1, Scene 3)

Frustrated at not being able to have a professional career.
Angry about arguing with a coach every day.
Unhappy with his parents.
Choosing something to do for which he really wasn't suited.
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