1. What metaphor about Willy does Linda use in her phone conversation with Biff?
(a) "He's like an old man rocking the boat."
(b) "He's only a little boat looking for a harbor."
(c) "He's like a boat looking for a harbor."
(d) "He's an old clipper with no skipper."

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

3. How has Willy's salary rate changed?
(a) His rate of commission has been reduced.
(b) He is now on commission only like a beginner.
(c) He is no longer paid overtime.
(d) He is to be paid according to a strict time sheet.

4. What is the guaranteed proposition Willy refers to as he "speaks" to Ben?
(a) The payout on Willy's life insurance
(b) His superannuation payout
(c) The payout on Ben's life insurance
(d) The value of the mortgage

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