Death of a Salesman Quiz | Eight Week Quiz B

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 158 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Death of a Salesman Quiz | Eight Week Quiz B

This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 158 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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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 does Willy say about Biff's knowledge of sporting goods?
(a) That he has tried every brand, but Spalding is best.
(b) That he knows sporting goods better than Spalding.
(c) That he knows a good deal about the way basketballs are packed in cartons.
(d) That he knows sporting goods better than Adidas.

2. How does Willy pay for Biff's radio correspondence course?
(a) He sells lumber stolen from a building site.
(b) He pawns a diamond watch that is a gift from Ben.
(c) He works harder and travels further.
(d) He skips some mortgage payments.

3. What is the core of Linda's appeal to her sons?
(a) That their father needs money to alleviate his despair.
(b) That their father is in despair and needs their attention.
(c) That they must get medical attention for their father's depression.
(d) Not to let Willy know that she has skipped several mortgage payments.

4. What reason does Biff give Linda for Willy throwing him out?
(a) Willy does not like Biff bringing girls home.
(b) Biff has not paid enough board to his parents.
(c) Willy finds out Biff had been gambling.
(d) Willy is uncomfortable around people who know he is a fake.

5. What does Willy tell Linda about his feelings for her?
(a) He says she is wonderful and that he does not deserve her.
(b) He says she is his support and his lover.
(c) He says he loves her.
(d) He says she is his foundation and support.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Willy feel is a disgrace?

2. What is a synonym for 'trepidation'?

3. For how long was Linda unable to contact Biff?

4. What is Willy Loman carrying as he enters the stage?

5. Who does Happy say is his ideal girl?

(see the answer key)

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