Discussion - How effective is Troy as a father 

DISCUSSION ENG

1. One post in response to this series of prompts:

How effective is Troy as a father and husband?  How much does he fulfill and defy the traditional expectations of these roles?  How much is he defined by his past, and how much has he broken with his past?  (In answering this, consider his relationships with Rose, Cory, Bono, Lyons, or any other character.)

2. One post in response to this series of prompts:

What is the function of fences in this play?  How are they described, alluded to, or referenced within the play (besides serving as the title)?  Are they effective, ineffective?  How are they symbolic or representative of something besides themselves?

3.  One reply to a classmate's post.  As always, try to take the discussion further: ask a question, offer an alternate interpretation, follow up.  Don't simply say "Great job" and move on.

In all posts, include specifics from the play: quotes, descriptions, explanations.  (Stage directions are also fair game.)  Do not dwell in generalities.