The Piano Lesson, Act 1

Front

What is the setting of 'The Piano Lesson'?

Back

The play is set in Pittsburgh.

Front

What does Berniece experience when she sees Sutter's ghost?

Back

Boy Willie doesn't believe she has seen anything.

Front

How does 'The Piano Lesson' begin?

Back

The play opens with Boy Willie knocking on Doaker's door at 5 AM.

Front

Who sacrificed his life for the piano?

Back

Boy Charles.

Front

Why does Berniece blame Boy Willie?

Back

She blames him for Crawley's death.

Front

What is the significance of the piano in the play?

Back

The piano symbolizes family heritage and the struggle between past and present.

Front

Who are the main characters in 'The Piano Lesson'?

Back

The main characters include Berniece, Boy Willie, Doaker, and Lymon.

Front

What does the character of Boy Willie represent?

Back

Boy Willie represents the desire to move forward and claim one's heritage.

Front

What role does the ghost of Sutter play in the story?

Back

Sutter's ghost represents the unresolved issues of the past and the impact of history on the present.

Front

How does Berniece's attitude towards the piano differ from Boy Willie's?

Back

Berniece sees the piano as a painful reminder of their family's past, while Boy Willie views it as a means to achieve financial success.