Death of a Salesman

What does young Biff discover about Willy in Boston?

• He learns the address of the office of Willy

• He learns how well known and respected his dad really is

• He learns that his father has a mistress

• He discovers that his father is a math teacher

6. Willy thinks Biff will be impressed with his funeral because so many people will attend.

• True

• False

Willy thinks Biff will be impressed with his funeral because so many people will attend.

• True

• False

Which of the following is incorrect?

• dreams were a central aspect to people living in the house

• the lines between dreams and realities were blurred in the house

• the pessimism of the American dream

• foreshadows Willy's unachievable dream

The flute plays on. He hears but is not aware of it.

• This reveals the disturbance within Willy's mind.

• This suggests that Willy is deaf.

• This shows how arrogant he is towards other people.

• This illustrates all the frustrations that are in his head.

she has developed an iron repression of her exceptions to Willy’s behavior..

• She is emotionally wounded by Willy's behavious but puts up with it as she has nowhere else to go.

• she has remained true to her jovial nature and adapted herself to Willy's unfair behaviour towards her, which has not only allowed her to turn a blind eye on his faults but also made her love and admire his personality.

"mercurial" describing Willy.

• He is excitable.

• He is liable to sudden and unpredictable changes.

• He believes wholeheartedly in the American dream of easy success and wealth.

• Mercury is the god of salesman so "mercurial" also alludes to his occupation.

What is the primary theme of 'Death of a Salesman'?

• The American Dream and its failures

• The importance of family

• The power of love

• The struggle for survival

Who is the author of 'Death of a Salesman'?

• Arthur Miller

• Tennessee Williams

• Eugene O'Neill

• Edward Albee

What is Willy Loman's profession in 'Death of a Salesman'?

• Salesman

• Teacher

• Lawyer

• Doctor