Symbolic illustration of a baseball, garbage can, and refrigerator hovering over a while picket fence

Fences

by August Wilson
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Fences Characters Quiz

Test your knowledge about the characters in August Wilson's play, Fences.

  1. With whom does Troy have an affair?

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  2. Which child of Troy is most like him (whether he likes it or not)?

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  3. Which character represents innocence and hope for the future?

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  4. Who is Troy's wife?

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  5. Who works with Troy?

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  6. What sport did Troy play in the Negro leagues?

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  7. What does Troy think makes him a good father?

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  8. Who wants a fence built to help keep his/her family close by?

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  9. How old is Lyons at the start of the play?

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  10. Which character represents Troy's redemption and humanity?

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