Fences, Act One, Scene One: Characterization Objective: Identifying with the main character
Troy Maxson and his best friend, Bono, are garbage collectors. Clues about Troy's feelings
regarding his job are present in this scene, and greater details are provided later in the play.
Imagine that this is your job. Write a journal entry about a typical day you might experience.
Your response should be long enough to include the following in your entry:
• Describe how the job affects your senses.
• Discuss how you feel about this type of work.
• Why do you do this job?
• What other alternatives do you have? (Keep in mind Troy's race, education level, and societal
restrictions during this time.