Bono also explains that some people build fences to push people away. Bono observes that Rose wants them to build the fence because she wants her loved ones kept close to her. Bono explains to Cory and Troy the reason for Rose's request for them to build a fence as an outside observer. Troy perceives Death in what actual forms? A salesman and an army Discuss the significance of the title, Fences, as it relates to characters and themes of the play. What does Gabe do when his trumpet fails to play? Dances and makes a cry 26. Why did Troy accidentally sign the papers that permitted Gabe to be sent to a mental hospital? He couldn't read the papers 25. Why does Rose decide to care for Raynell? She decides Raynell is innocent of Troy's sins 24.

Cory and Raynell do what together? Sing 23. After Rose learns of Troy's affair, she becomes more involved with what organization? Her church 21. What does Cory do after high school? He joins the Marines 20. What is Troy's promotion? He becomes a garbage truck driver 19. Where did Troy grow up? Somewhere in the South 18. What do Bono and Troy stop doing together? Drinking and working 17. Why didn't Troy get to play in the Major Leagues? He was too old by the time they accepted black players 16. How are Gabriel and Troy related? Brothers 15. Who originally knows about Troy's affair with Alberta? Bono 14. What does Rose want Troy and Cory to finish building? Fence 13.

In what decade does Fences begin? 1950s 12.

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