Themes and Characters in Death of a Salesman

Mrs. Mills introduces a lesson on Arthur Miller's 'Death of a Salesman', referencing a PowerPoint and discussing themes, foreshadowing, and the concept of a tragic hero. She encourages students to watch the film adaptation and participate in a reflection activity by creating an epitaph for the main character, Willie Loman.

Who is the instructor for the American Literature course?

• Mrs. Mills

• Mr. Smith

• Dr. Johnson

• Ms. Brown

What play is being discussed in this week's lesson?

• The Crucible

• Macbeth

• Hamlet

• Death of a Salesman

What resource is provided in the weekly folder for the lesson?

• A PowerPoint presentation

• A video

• A textbook

• An article

What was the task given to students regarding salesmen?

• Perform a play

• Write an essay

• Draw a picture

• Create a presentation

Which of the following is NOT a type of salesman discussed?

• Used car salesman

• Insurance salesman

• Door-to-door salesman

• Real estate agent

What adjectives were used to describe the insurance salesman?

• Relaxed and organized

• Youthful and well-spoken

• Creepy and charismatic

• Dishonest and greedy

Who stars as Willy Loman in the movie adaptation of 'Death of a Salesman'?

• Al Pacino

• Robert De Niro

• Jack Nicholson

• Dustin Hoffman

What is emphasized in the movie adaptation of 'Death of a Salesman'?

• Musical score

• Special effects

• Emotional experience

• Action scenes

What literary element is highlighted in the play?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Foreshadowing

• Irony

Which of the following is NOT a theme mentioned in the play?

• Abandonment

• Status

• Pride

• Love