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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 2, Pages 212-220.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what reason does Biff believe the Lomans are unsuccessful?
(a) They are not loyal and committed.
(b) They do not have a clear mission statement.
(c) They are not competitive enough.
(d) They do not belong in the city and should be working with their hands.

2. What does Willy imagine his funeral will reveal about him?
(a) That he died the death of a salesman.
(b) That people appreciated his jokes and humor.
(c) His popularity and the affection and respect in which he is held.
(d) That his life had been successful.

3. What does Willy find joy in recalling?
(a) Great times of comradeship with Biff
(b) Great times riding in sleighs and dressing as Santa to amuse the boys
(c) Great times in Boston with the Woman
(d) Great times on the road and many successful sales

4. With what object does Biff confront Willy?
(a) The stockings left by the Woman in Boston
(b) A gardening boot
(c) Bill Oliver's fountain pen
(d) The rubber tube from the vicinity of the heater

5. Who does Happy say is his ideal girl?
(a) Someone who is a good cook and a good typist
(b) Someone with financial experience
(c) Someone like his mother
(d) Anyone he can look up to and who will help him get along

Short Answer Questions

1. What make of car does Willy currently drive?

2. When Happy uses the word :strudel," to what is he referring?

3. When Linda says "You notice?", what is she referring to?

4. What derogatory comment does Biff make about Willy?

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

(see the answer key)

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