Themes and Conflicts in Death of a Salesman

In Act 2 of 'Death of a Salesman', the Loman men meet at Frank's Chop House. Biff reveals his failed attempt to secure a loan from Bill Oliver and admits to stealing a pen. Despite Biff's desire to confess, Happy and Willy continue to spin lies. The act highlights the Loman family's history of deception and the struggle between truth and illusion.

Where do the Loman men meet in Act 2?

• At a park

• At Frank's Chop House

• At their home

• At a friend's house

What does Happy do upon arriving at the restaurant?

• Waits for his father

• Picks up a woman

• Orders food

• Leaves immediately

What does Biff admit about his meeting with Bill Oliver?

• He was offered a job

• He was recognized immediately

• He received a loan

• He stole a fountain pen

What does Biff steal from Bill Oliver?

• A fountain pen

• A briefcase

• A wallet

• A watch

What does Biff want to do after his encounter with Bill Oliver?

• Ask for more money

• Confess to his father

• Celebrate with Happy

• Leave the city

What does Happy do when Biff wants to confess?

• Encourages him to confess

• Supports his decision

• Discourages him from telling the truth

• Ignores him

What news does Willy share with his sons?

• He won a lottery

• He was fired

• He got a promotion

• He is moving to another city

What does Biff want to hold on to during the dinner?

• His money

• The facts

• His job

• His relationship

How does Happy respond to Willy's news about being fired?

• He argues with Willy

• He leaves the restaurant

• He creates a new lie

• He tells the truth

What does the Loman family use to shield themselves from accountability?

• Lies

• Truth

• Friends

• Money