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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Pages 130-149.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What sound is heard before the curtain rises?
(a) A melody played on a flute.
(b) Bagpipes playing a highland lament
(c) Fiddle music reminiscent of the countryside
(d) Stage hands moving sets about

3. What does Willy say about Biff's knowledge of sporting goods?
(a) That he knows a good deal about the way basketballs are packed in cartons.
(b) That he knows sporting goods better than Spalding.
(c) That he has tried every brand, but Spalding is best.
(d) That he knows sporting goods better than Adidas.

4. What surrounds the Salesman's house?
(a) Office buildings
(b) A wide stoop
(c) Tall apartment buildings
(d) Countryside

5. What is it that Happy says he has always wanted?
(a) To have his own apartment, a car and plenty of women
(b) To become the merchandise manager and have his own apartment
(c) To be like his father
(d) To build a house on Long Island near his friend the merchandise manager

Short Answer Questions

1. What sort of debts do Willy and Linda have?

2. What happens as Willy is driving on the highway?

3. What sort of cheese does Willy prefer?

4. What worrying news does Bernard bring?

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

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