August Wilson's Fences (Adapted)

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1. What kind of professional men are Troy and Bono?

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Troy and Bono are sanitation workers because the question asks about their profession, and the answer "Sanitation workers" directly corresponds to that.

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This quiz tests one's knowledge of Fences written by August Wilson. Most of this quiz is adapted from www. Sparknotes. Com.

2. What does Rose want Troy and Cory to finish building?

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Rose wants Troy and Cory to finish building a fence. This can be inferred from the given options as the only logical choice. The other options, such as roof, house, and baseball park, do not align with the context of the question. Therefore, the correct answer is fence.

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3. Who originally knows about Troy's affair with Alberta?

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Bono originally knows about Troy's affair with Alberta.

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4. Why didn't Troy get to play in the Major Leagues?

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Troy didn't get to play in the Major Leagues because he was too old by the time they accepted black players. This suggests that Troy was a talented black player, but due to the racial discrimination prevalent in the Major Leagues during that time, he was not given the opportunity to showcase his skills.

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5. What is Troy's promotion?

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Troy's promotion is becoming a garbage truck driver. This means that he has been given a higher position or job responsibility in his career and will now be responsible for driving and operating a garbage truck.

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6. Who said these words: "Death ain't nothing but a fastball on the outside corner."?

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The correct answer is Troy. This answer is based on the quote provided, which states "Death ain't nothing but a fastball on the outside corner." Since this quote is attributed to Troy, it can be inferred that he is the one who said these words.

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7. Where is Cory supposed to work after school?

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Cory is supposed to work at The A&P supermarket after school.

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8. Why does Rose decide to care for Raynell?

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Rose decides to care for Raynell because she believes that Raynell is innocent and should not be held responsible for Troy's actions. Despite the fact that Troy was unfaithful and had a child with another woman, Rose chooses to show compassion and love towards Raynell, recognizing that she is not to blame for her father's mistakes. Rose's decision to care for Raynell is driven by her desire to protect and provide for an innocent child who deserves a chance at a better life.

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9. How does Troy die?

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Troy dies from a heart attack. This means that his heart stopped functioning properly, leading to his death. It is likely that the heart attack was caused by underlying health issues or lifestyle factors that put strain on his heart. The information provided does not mention any other events or circumstances that could have contributed to his death, such as suicide, being killed by someone else, or cancer.

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10.   After Rose learns of Troy's affair, she becomes more involved with what organization?

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After Rose learns of Troy's affair, she becomes more involved with her church. This can be inferred from the context that when faced with betrayal and heartbreak, people often turn to their faith for solace and guidance. Rose's increased involvement with her church suggests that she seeks comfort and support from her religious community during this difficult time.

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11. What sport did Troy play?

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Troy played baseball because it is the only sport mentioned in the options.

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12. What made Troy sick enough to go to the hospital in 1941?      

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Troy went to the hospital in 1941 because he was sick with pneumonia.

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13. What sport is Cory recruited to play in college?

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Cory is recruited to play football in college.

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14. How are Gabriel and Troy related?

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Gabriel and Troy are brothers because the question asks about their relationship and the correct answer states that they are brothers.

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15. What Saint does Gabriel think he talks to?

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Gabriel believes that he talks to Saint Peter.

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16. Where did Troy and Bono meet?

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Troy and Bono met in jail.

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17. In what decade does Fences begin?

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Fences begins in the 1950s. This can be inferred from the context of the question, as it asks for the decade in which the play begins. The other options, 1980s, 1960s, and 1920s, are not mentioned in the question and therefore can be ruled out as incorrect answers.

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18. Why did Troy accidentally sign the papers that permitted Gabe to be sent to a mental hospital?

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Troy accidentally signed the papers that permitted Gabe to be sent to a mental hospital because he couldn't read the papers. This suggests that Troy may have had difficulty with reading or understanding the content of the papers, leading to the accidental signing. It is possible that Troy may have been illiterate or had some other reading impairment that prevented him from fully comprehending the nature of the documents he was signing.

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19. Cory and Raynell do what together?

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Cory and Raynell sing together.

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20. What does Gabe do when his trumpet fails to play?

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When Gabe's trumpet fails to play, he doesn't fix it or borrow a saxophone from Lyons. Instead, he dances and makes a cry. This suggests that Gabe is expressing his frustration and disappointment through physical movement and vocalization. It implies that he is finding a creative way to cope with the situation and release his emotions.

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21. What kind of music does Lyons play?

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Lyons plays jazz music.

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22. What does Cory do after high school?

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Cory's choice to join the Marines after high school indicates that he decided to pursue a career in the military. This suggests that he may have had a strong desire to serve his country and was willing to undergo the rigorous training and commitment required by the Marines. Joining the Marines also implies that Cory may have been attracted to the specific opportunities and challenges offered by this branch of the military.

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23. Where do Bono and Troy meet Alberta?

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Bono and Troy meet Alberta at Taylor's.

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24. What does Troy do that leads to Cory's first physical fight with Troy?

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Troy's action of grabbing Rose's arm leads to Cory's first physical fight with him. This action is likely seen as disrespectful and aggressive by Cory, causing him to retaliate physically.

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25. Who said these words: "You can't visit the sins of the father upon the child."?

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26. What do Bono and Troy stop doing together?

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Bono and Troy stop drinking and working together. This implies that they used to engage in these activities together, but have now ceased doing so.

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27. Where did Troy grow up?

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The question asks about the location where Troy grew up. The answer "Somewhere in the south" indicates that Troy's hometown is in the southern region of a country or area. This answer suggests that the specific location is not mentioned or known, but it confirms that Troy's upbringing took place in the southern part of a geographical area.

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28. Troy perceives Death in what actual forms?

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Troy perceives Death in the actual forms of a salesman and an army. This means that Troy sees Death as both a persuasive and relentless force. The image of a salesman suggests that Death tries to convince and manipulate people into accepting their fate, while the image of an army implies that Death is powerful, overwhelming, and unstoppable. This perception highlights the dual nature of Death, combining the cunning and persuasive tactics of a salesman with the sheer force and magnitude of an army.

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29. Who said these words:"You got to take the crookeds with the straights. That's what Papa used to say."?

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Lyons is the correct answer because he is the character who said the words, "You got to take the crookeds with the straights. That's what Papa used to say." Bono, Troy, and Cory are other characters in the story who did not say these specific words.

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30. Who said these words: "Some people build fences to keep people out and other people build fences to keep people in" ?

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The correct answer is Rose. This is because the quote "Some people build fences to keep people out and other people build fences to keep people in" is a line from the play "Fences" by August Wilson, and the character who says this line is Rose.

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What kind of professional men are Troy and Bono?
What does Rose want Troy and Cory to finish building?
Who originally knows about Troy's affair with Alberta?
Why didn't Troy get to play in the Major Leagues?
What is Troy's promotion?
Who said these words: "Death ain't nothing but a fastball on the...
Where is Cory supposed to work after school?
Why does Rose decide to care for Raynell?
How does Troy die?
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What sport did Troy play?
What made Troy sick enough to go to ...
What sport is Cory recruited to play in college?
How are Gabriel and Troy related?
What Saint does Gabriel think he talks to?
Where did Troy and Bono meet?
In what decade does Fences begin?
Why did Troy accidentally sign the papers that permitted ...
Cory and Raynell do what together?
What does Gabe do when his trumpet fails to play?
What kind of music does Lyons play?
What does Cory do after high school?
Where do Bono and Troy meet Alberta?
What does Troy do that leads to Cory's first physical fight ...
Who said these words: "You can't visit the sins of the father upon the...
What do Bono and Troy stop doing together?
Where did Troy grow up?
Troy perceives Death in what actual forms?
Who said these words:"You got to take the crookeds with the straights....
Who said these words: "Some people build fences to keep people out and...
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