In order to fully explore this discussion it is essential to consider what a requiem is and how it acts as a denouement to the rest of the play. Additionally, to try and ascertain what Miller may be implying through the requiem and the characters present within it. Is there more than one function for the requiem? Or does Miller simply include it to work as a resolution to the confusion that dominated in the previous two acts"

A requiem is a hymn, composition or service offered for the dead in purgatory. It isn't therefore unusual that Miller has chosen to include it in his play following the death of Willy Loman. However, it is vital to appreciate that there may be alternative reasons for its inclusion. It would be fair to argue that the requiem provides a clear comparison between previous acts in the play. Comparisons that...