Real MVP in “Fences” by August Wilson

Fences are used symbolically in the play to represent barriers. For example, racism is used as a fence to deny African Americans the opportunity to become successful as white people, which is evidenced by Troy questioning why black people cannot drive the trucks.

Troy also uses “fences” to create a barrier between him and his family. For example, Cory feels like his father only want to make him fear him instead of supporting his dream to become a football player.

For me, I am for protection when it comes to fences, which is exactly what Rose is using the literal fence for, to protect her family from the neighbors. The characters experience the fences through racism and family disconnection where Troy is so secretive with Alberta.