Fences - Race Relations Analysis & Annotation
English
Year 9
9 questions
~18 mins
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A worksheet exploring themes of race relations in August Wilson's 'Fences' through analysis and annotation tasks, aimed at Year 9 students.
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Fences - Race Relations Analysis & Annotation
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Grade Year 9
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Scene Summary and Context
In August Wilson's play 'Fences', the protagonist Troy Maxson navigates complex issues of race, family, and personal aspiration during the 1950s in America. The scene depicts Troy’s interactions with his family and colleagues, revealing underlying tensions rooted in racial discrimination and societal expectations. The quote 'I’m just trying to protect my family' exemplifies Troy's justification for his actions, often viewed as both protective and oppressive. As the play explores how race influences personal identity and relationships, students are encouraged to consider how language and symbolism reinforce these themes. The context highlights the social climate of segregation and the struggles faced by African Americans during this period, providing a backdrop for analysing the characters’ motivations and the playwright’s commentary on race relations.
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Questions
Answer the following questions to develop your understanding of the themes and techniques used in 'Fences' related to race relations.
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What is the primary theme discussed in the scene summary?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the quote that Troy uses to justify his actions. Why might this quote be significant?
[3 marks]3.
Describe how the social climate of segregation during the 1950s is relevant to the characters' experiences.
[4 marks]4.
Identify one literary technique used to emphasise Troy’s feelings about race and include an example from the scene.
[3 marks]5.
How does Wilson use dialogue to reveal tensions related to race in this scene?
[3 marks]6.
Analyse how the quote ‘The past ain’t like a book you just read and understand’ uses metaphor to explore race and history.
[6 marks]7.
Identify a technique Wilson uses to develop Troy’s character and explain its effect.
[3 marks]8.
Discuss how Wilson’s portrayal of race in 'Fences' encourages viewers to reflect on contemporary issues of race and discrimination.
[6 marks]9.
Based on the scene summary, suggest one way Wilson challenges or reinforces stereotypes about race.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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