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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. According to Linda, in what way does Willy compare with many other people?
(a) He has more good in him.
(b) He is fatter.
(c) He earns less money.
(d) He works harder.

2. What difference would it have made to his life if Willy had formed his own business?
(a) He would have been able to work from home.
(b) He would not have to leave home any more.
(c) He would have built a house on Long Island.
(d) He would have been able to travel in luxury.

3. What suggests to us that Biff has returned from a journey?
(a) A partially unpacked suitcase is on Biff's bed.
(b) Linda mentions that Biff has "just got off [a] train."
(c) Biff's suitcase is in the hall.
(d) Linda tells Willy she met the train.

4. How did Ben make his fortune?
(a) In diamond mines
(b) In the fur trade
(c) In oil
(d) In Alaskan exploration

5. What sort of debts do Willy and Linda have?
(a) They are paying off household appliances and a repair of their roof.
(b) They are paying for roof repair and a new fan belt for the refrigerator.
(c) They have a heavy mortgage.
(d) They are paying for roof repair and a new car.

Short Answer Questions

1. What ultimatum does Linda serve to her sons?

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

3. What statement of Ben's summarizes his business ethics?

4. How has Willy's salary rate changed?

5. What make of car does Willy currently drive?

(see the answer key)

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