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What is the main issue Troy faces when trying to get furniture?
What is the main issue Troy faces when trying to get furniture?
What method does Troy use to pay for the furniture he received?
What method does Troy use to pay for the furniture he received?
What does the devil represent in Troy's story?
What does the devil represent in Troy's story?
How long has Troy been making payments for the furniture?
How long has Troy been making payments for the furniture?
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What emotion does Rose express regarding Troy's story of payment?
What emotion does Rose express regarding Troy's story of payment?
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What is the significance of Troy stating he has not seen the devil since paying for the furniture?
What is the significance of Troy stating he has not seen the devil since paying for the furniture?
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What does the person with the clipboard offer Troy?
What does the person with the clipboard offer Troy?
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What does Troy compare his payment schedule to?
What does Troy compare his payment schedule to?
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What does Rose suggest Troy should do to improve his mood?
What does Rose suggest Troy should do to improve his mood?
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Why does Rose think something is wrong with Troy?
Why does Rose think something is wrong with Troy?
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What is Gabriel's belief about himself?
What is Gabriel's belief about himself?
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How does Gabriel sell his fruits and vegetables?
How does Gabriel sell his fruits and vegetables?
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What does Rose find unusual about Gabriel's sales claims?
What does Rose find unusual about Gabriel's sales claims?
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What injury did Gabriel sustain during World War II?
What injury did Gabriel sustain during World War II?
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How does Troy react to Gabriel when he arrives?
How does Troy react to Gabriel when he arrives?
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What does Rose imply about the way Troy has been behaving?
What does Rose imply about the way Troy has been behaving?
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What does Troy believe about the timing of his baseball career?
What does Troy believe about the timing of his baseball career?
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Who does Troy mention as a player for the Yankees during his time?
Who does Troy mention as a player for the Yankees during his time?
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How does Rose describe the change in baseball over the years?
How does Rose describe the change in baseball over the years?
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What statistic about Selkirk does Troy highlight?
What statistic about Selkirk does Troy highlight?
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What does Troy think about Jackie Robinson?
What does Troy think about Jackie Robinson?
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How does Troy describe death?
How does Troy describe death?
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What does Rose object to regarding Troy's actions?
What does Rose object to regarding Troy's actions?
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What sentiment does Bono express towards Troy's views on baseball?
What sentiment does Bono express towards Troy's views on baseball?
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What does Gabriel claim about having gone to heaven?
What does Gabriel claim about having gone to heaven?
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What does Troy say to reassure Gabriel about his feelings?
What does Troy say to reassure Gabriel about his feelings?
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What does Gabriel assert about his own door?
What does Gabriel assert about his own door?
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What does Rose offer to make for breakfast?
What does Rose offer to make for breakfast?
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What does Gabriel believe about Troy's name?
What does Gabriel believe about Troy's name?
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How does Gabriel feel about his relationship with St. Peter?
How does Gabriel feel about his relationship with St. Peter?
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What do the biscuits symbolize for Gabriel?
What do the biscuits symbolize for Gabriel?
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What does Troy want Gabriel to do by the end of the conversation?
What does Troy want Gabriel to do by the end of the conversation?
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What does Troy imply about his brother's influence on his life?
What does Troy imply about his brother's influence on his life?
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What is Rose's concern about Cory in this scene?
What is Rose's concern about Cory in this scene?
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Why does Cory believe Troy won't help with the fence?
Why does Cory believe Troy won't help with the fence?
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How does Troy's exit affect the dynamics in the household?
How does Troy's exit affect the dynamics in the household?
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What event does Troy plan to participate in after he leaves?
What event does Troy plan to participate in after he leaves?
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What task does Rose assign for Cory to do?
What task does Rose assign for Cory to do?
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What does Troy's mention of being fifty-three years old signify?
What does Troy's mention of being fifty-three years old signify?
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How does Rose react to Troy's playful grabbing?
How does Rose react to Troy's playful grabbing?
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What is Troy's main concern during the conversation?
What is Troy's main concern during the conversation?
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How does Rose respond to Troy's attempts to kiss her?
How does Rose respond to Troy's attempts to kiss her?
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What does Troy want Cory to do first when he comes home?
What does Troy want Cory to do first when he comes home?
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How does Troy feel about buying a TV?
How does Troy feel about buying a TV?
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What chore does Cory mention he needs to do?
What chore does Cory mention he needs to do?
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What does Cory ask Troy about when he comes home?
What does Cory ask Troy about when he comes home?
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How does Troy react to Cory's suggestion to buy a TV?
How does Troy react to Cory's suggestion to buy a TV?
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What does Troy think about the state of the house when Cory returns?
What does Troy think about the state of the house when Cory returns?
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Flashcards
Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson
The first African American to play Major League Baseball.
Changing times in baseball
Changing times in baseball
More African-American baseball players were emerging.
Troy's perspective
Troy's perspective
Troy believed that he was unjustly overlooked for his talent due to his race.
Selkirk
Selkirk
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Statistical Disparity
Statistical Disparity
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Playing Ability (Historical Context)
Playing Ability (Historical Context)
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Fastball on the Outside Corner
Fastball on the Outside Corner
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Death as a Metaphor
Death as a Metaphor
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Troy's Furniture Purchase
Troy's Furniture Purchase
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Mysterious Furniture Deal
Mysterious Furniture Deal
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Monthly Payment
Monthly Payment
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Fifteen Years of Payments
Fifteen Years of Payments
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Unseen Furniture Provider
Unseen Furniture Provider
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Bono's Question
Bono's Question
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Troy's Financial Situation
Troy's Financial Situation
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Debt Burden
Debt Burden
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Troy's Morning Mood
Troy's Morning Mood
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Gabriel's Character
Gabriel's Character
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Gabriel's Selling Method
Gabriel's Selling Method
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Rose's Confrontation Style
Rose's Confrontation Style
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Gabriel's Market Strategy
Gabriel's Market Strategy
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Troy's Argument with Rose
Troy's Argument with Rose
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Rose's Concern for Troy
Rose's Concern for Troy
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Gabriel's Basket Items
Gabriel's Basket Items
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Gabriel's New Rooms
Gabriel's New Rooms
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Gabriel sees Troy's Name
Gabriel sees Troy's Name
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Gabriel and St.Peter
Gabriel and St.Peter
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Troy's Reaction to Gabriel
Troy's Reaction to Gabriel
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Rose Offers Biscuits
Rose Offers Biscuits
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Gabriel's Key
Gabriel's Key
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Troy and Gabriel's Relationship
Troy and Gabriel's Relationship
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St. Peter's Book
St. Peter's Book
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Troy's actions
Troy's actions
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Rose's concern
Rose's concern
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Cory's chores
Cory's chores
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Troy's response to Rose
Troy's response to Rose
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Family conflict
Family conflict
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Troy's anger
Troy's anger
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Rose's reaction
Rose's reaction
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Family chores
Family chores
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Troy's Actions
Troy's Actions
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Rose's Response
Rose's Response
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Cory's Chores
Cory's Chores
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Troy's Work Ethic
Troy's Work Ethic
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Family Dynamics
Family Dynamics
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Cory's Request
Cory's Request
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Troy's Motivation
Troy's Motivation
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Father-Son Relationship
Father-Son Relationship
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Study Notes
Setting
- The setting is the yard which fronts the MAXSON household, a two-story brick house.
- The house is set back from a small alley in a big-city neighborhood.
- The entrance is accessed by steps leading to a wooden porch needing paint.
- The porch is a relatively recent addition to the house.
- It has a flat roof and some simple, possibly old chairs.
- An icebox is located at one end of the porch.
- The yard is small, partly fenced.
- A wooden sawhorse, lumber, and fence-building equipment are in the yard.
- A rag ball and baseball bat are nearby.
- Two oil drums serve as garbage receptacles.
The Play
- Near the turn of the 20th century, impoverished Europeans immigrated to the city with dreams.
- They sought work in various industries.
- The city's growth was fueled by their labor.
- Descendants of African slaves were not offered the same opportunities.
- They faced significant discrimination and economic hardship.
- They settled in poor, ramshackle housing along riverbanks or under bridges.
- They took on menial jobs such as cleaning and manual labor.
- By 1957, European immigrants' hard work had significantly contributed to America's industrial might.
Act One, Scene One
- The year is 1957.
- TROY and BONO, two men, are engaged in conversation in a yard.
- TROY is a large man in his 50s, and BONO is his supportive friend.
- It is Friday night, payday and the two men have a conversation.
- It appears that TROY, a garbage collector, is experiencing some friction with the foreman Mr. Rand.
- BONO and TROY have a history, and TROY's leadership is valued.
Act One, Subsequent Scenes
- The play continues with further interaction between TROY, BONO, and ROSE.
- This part shows conversations and situations between the characters.
- There are mentions of racial tensions and issues with jobs and the community.
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