Why does troy buy his food at Bella’s instead of the A&P?

Asked by: Jesse Puckett

Why does Troy buy his food at Bella’s instead of the A&P? The A&P didn’t treat Troy right.

Why does Troy shop at Bella’s?

Troy shop’s at Bella’s because he is treated right over there, when he wants to buy a loaf of bread, Bella allows him to pay her back the money he didn’t have when he came into buy the loaf of bread.

What does Rose ask Troy to do for Cory?

What does Rose ask Troy to do for Cory? Sign the papers for the recruiter so Cory can be recruited to college football.

What is the name of Troy and Alberta’s daughter?

Raynell Maxson
Troy’s illegitimate child, mothered by Alberta, his lover. August Wilson introduces Raynell to the play as an infant. Her innocent need for care and support convinces Rose to take Troy back into the house.

How would you describe Troy and Rose’s relationship?

The relationship between Rose and Troy developed from a very faithful and loving one to one where Troy became unfaithful. Even though, Rose stuck it out and took care of Troy’s problems like taking care of Raynell.

Why does Troy shop at Bella’s a grocery store owned by a single person rather than shopping at the A&P a major grocery store like Shoprite or ACME )?

Troy shop’s at Bella’s because he is treated right over there, when he wants to buy a loaf of bread, Bella allows him to pay her back the money he didn’t have when he came into buy the loaf of bread. Rose on the other hand does not like shopping at Bella’s because she overcharges. (pg.

Why did Rose Marry Troy?

Rose tells Cory that a big part of the reason she married Troy was because she thought he would make good babies. Although Cory and his father did not get along, Rose insists that they are alike, and here she implies that she approves of the resemblance.

Does Cory go to Troy’s funeral?

Cory refuses to go to Troy’s funeral even though he made the journey to visit home for the first time in almost eight years. Cory’s last memories of the Maxson household were bitter and oppressive.

Why does Troy not want Cory to be like him?

Troy doesn’t want Cory to make the same mistakes that he made as a young man. Troy is determined not to let Cory play sports and ruin his life. Cory just thinks that Troy is just jealous of him. Throughout the play, Troy and Cory share different views and don’t get along.

Why is Cory mad at Troy?

Cory breaks the news to Troy that he has already given away his job at the A&P during the football season. Mr. Stawicki, Cory’s boss, is keeping Cory’s job for when the season ends. Cory begs Troy to change his mind, but Troy refuses and demands Cory get his job back.

Who did Troy cheat on Rose with?

When Cory goes into the house to look for a saw, Bono confronts Troy more explicitly about his affair. Troy finally admits to Bono that he is indeed having an affair with Alberta. Bono wants Troy to stop the affair before it’s too late, and he reminds Troy of how much Rose loves him, and what a good woman she is.

How did Troy treat Rose?

Troy takes out his anger on Rose because of his anger about Alberta’s death and his frustration with himself for failing Gabe. He grabs her violently and will not let go when she pushes him down farther by accusing him of taking and not giving in their relationship.

Does Rose leave Troy in Fences?

Rose doesn’t leave Troy when she learns about Alberta’s pregnancy, but she stops talking to him. Alberta dies in childbirth, and Troy brings the baby home. Rose graciously takes the little girl, Raynell, in as her own. Troy ends up driving Cory from home due to his demands and lack of support.

Is Rose a good wife?

Rose understands human nature, so she would not have been surprised if he had cheated when he was younger—he had many admirers before they married. However, after eighteen years of marriage, Rose assumed that that danger was past. She knows she has been a good wife, which includes always being sexually available.

Did Troy get Alberta pregnant?

She tells him to stop worrying about his brother and come inside to eat. Troy says he has to tell her something first. He breaks the news that he’s gotten Alberta pregnant.