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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Pages 193-212.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what way does Willy contradict himself in this opening scene?
(a) He first says that Biff is not lazy, then calls him "a lazy bum."
(b) He boasts about his sales, then says he's a hopeless salesman.
(c) Willy first describes Biff as "a lazy bum," then a few seconds later says "Biff--he's not lazy."
(d) He first asks Linda for a sandwich, then says he'll just drink some milk.

2. Making an inference from Linda's words, what do you think is Angelo's occupation?
(a) Attorney
(b) Car salesman
(c) Loan shark
(d) Motor mechanic

3. What is it about Willy that the woman says she likes?
(a) The presents he gives her
(b) His sense of humor and because he is sweet
(c) His big spending and his sense of humor
(d) The smell of his after shave and his happy nature

4. What is a synonym for 'trepidation'?
(a) Disquiet
(b) Timidity
(c) Anger
(d) Trembling

5. What does Willy intend to do during the day?
(a) Get a haircut and buy a new suit in readiness for his dinner with the boys.
(b) Convince Howard that he needs a pay rise.
(c) See Howard and convince him to allow Willy to be taken off road work to stay in New York.
(d) Ask Howard for a job as a branch manager since he has been with the company for so long.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Linda says "You notice?", what is she referring to?

2. Why does Willy call Charley "disgusting?"

3. What difference would it have made to his life if Willy had formed his own business?

4. What does Willy feel is a disgrace?

5. What worrying news does Bernard bring?

(see the answer key)

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