Death of a Salesman ACT 2 (30 Questions)

In "Requiem," why are Linda's last words to Willy, "We're free," ironic?

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• Because Willy never truly understood freedom.

• Because Linda is actually feeling trapped.

• Because they are finally able to move on from Willy's death.

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What do the stockings represent in 'Death of a Salesman'?

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• Betrayal and infidelity

• Hope and aspiration

• The passage of time

Charley replies that Willy cannot sell sentimental things like naming Howard. Willy retorts that he has always thought the key to success was being well-liked. What happens next?

• Charley asks him "Who liked J. P. Morgan?"

• Willy decides to quit his job immediately.

• Charley offers Willy a promotion at work.

• Willy starts a new business venture.

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In Act 2 of Death of a Salesman, what is the meaning of Willy's metaphor, "You can't eat the orange and throw the peel away ... !"?

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• It suggests that one should enjoy the fruits of their labor without concern for the consequences.

• It implies that one must take responsibility for their actions and not abandon their past.

• It indicates that success is fleeting and should be cherished while it lasts.

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How does Willy's perception of time affect the narrative structure?

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• It introduces flashbacks and non-linear storytelling.

• It has no significant impact on the narrative structure.

• It simplifies the plot by focusing only on the present.

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What makes Willy feel broken and desperate?

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• The loss of his job

• His strained relationship with his family

• His lack of education

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In what way is Biff and Willy's final argument the climax?

• A distraught Biff explains that he is going to leave the family for good, even though he loves his family.

• Willy reveals his long-held dreams of success and wealth to Biff.

• Biff confronts Willy about his unrealistic expectations and failures.

• Willy admits to his mistakes and asks for Biff's forgiveness.

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Who is Dave Singleman in Death of a Salesman?

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• A fictional character representing the American Dream

• Willy Loman's father who abandoned him

• A legendary salesman who symbolizes success in sales

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What is the effect of Miller's weaving together of the sons' solicitation of the women and Biff's discovery of Willy's affair in Act 2?

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• It emphasizes the importance of financial success in the American Dream.

• It shows the contrast between reality and illusion in Willy's life.

• It illustrates the generational conflict between Biff and Willy.

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What does the wire recorder in Howard's office symbolize?

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• The loss of memories

• The importance of communication

• The struggle for identity

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