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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Pages 150-172.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did the insurance inspector tell Linda?
(a) That Willy is behind in the premium.
(b) That they will not pay out again for a damaged car.
(c) That there is evidence that Willy's car accidents were not accidents.
(d) That Willy drives too fast.

2. What suggests to us that Biff has returned from a journey?
(a) Linda mentions that Biff has "just got off [a] train."
(b) A partially unpacked suitcase is on Biff's bed.
(c) Linda tells Willy she met the train.
(d) Biff's suitcase is in the hall.

3. What does Willy feel is a disgrace?
(a) Not being married by the age of thirty-four
(b) Not finding yourself by the age of thirty-four
(c) Making less than thirty-five dollars per week
(d) Living on a farm

4. What is Happy's reaction to the news that his father has been attempting suicide?
(a) He says Willy is a "damned fool."
(b) He says Willy is a "poor fool."
(c) He says this is terrible and he must do something.
(d) He is angry with Linda for not telling them sooner.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What statement of Ben's summarizes his business ethics?

2. Where was Ben living when he died?

3. What does Linda suggest is "not nice?"

4. What does Willy tell Linda about his feelings for her?

5. What excuse does Charley give Willy for his visit?

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