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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Pages 173-193.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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) Willy first describes Biff as "a lazy bum," then a few seconds later says "Biff--he's not lazy."
(c) He first asks Linda for a sandwich, then says he'll just drink some milk.
(d) He boasts about his sales, then says he's a hopeless salesman.

3. How much does Linda have to pay for repair of the hot water system?
(a) Fifty-six dollars
(b) Fifty dollars
(c) Ninety-six dollars
(d) A hundred dollars

4. Why does Biff plan to visit Bill Oliver?
(a) To ask him for a job
(b) To ask him for money
(c) To give him a job
(d) To pay back some money lent in the past

5. What excuse does Charley give Willy for his visit?
(a) He wants to play cards.
(b) He hears some noise so he thinks he would come in for a chat.
(c) He remembers to tell Willy about an important job opportunity.
(d) He hears some noise and thinks something has happened.

Short Answer Questions

1. What promise does Willy believe Howard made to him during the Christmas party?

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

3. What is the outcome of Willy's visit to Howard?

4. For what reason does Biff believe the Lomans are unsuccessful?

5. Why is Bernard in Charley's office?

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