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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Where is the big match to be held?
(a) Ebert's Field
(b) Madison Square Garden
(c) Wembley Stadium
(d) Ebbets Field

3. What does Linda suggest is "not nice?"
(a) That Biff has stolen a football.
(b) That Biff has Bernard help him cheat at Math.
(c) That Biff is "stuck up."
(d) That Biff is driving a car without a licence.

4. Why is Bernard in Charley's office?
(a) He is stopping by on his way to Washington.
(b) He is stopping by to pick up his tennis rackets.
(c) He is stopping by on his way to Boston.
(d) He has called in to ask his father for a loan.

5. Why does Willy need to borrow money from Charley?
(a) He has a loan shark after him and is terrified.
(b) He has no money to buy Linda a birthday present.
(c) He cannot afford his next car payment.
(d) He cannot afford his insurance premium.

Short Answer Questions

1. What worrying news does Bernard bring?

2. Where does Willy get the money he says is his pay?

3. What is it that Happy says he has always wanted?

4. What does Biff need to do in order to avoid flunking Math?

5. What does Willy tell Linda about his feelings for her?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Biff respond to Happy's question about his plans for the future?

2. What is the importance of Howard Wagner's new wire recorder?

3. Explain the significance of Ben's words, "I have many enterprises, William, and I have never kept books."

4. Why has Willy unexpectedly returned from his journey?

5. Comment on the "gay and bright" music that is heard at the beginning of Act 2.

6. What is revealed about teenage Biff's popularity with girls?

7. What is Willy's mood when he leaves for his interview with Howard Wagner?

8. What is Happy's attitude to the news that his father is contemplating suicide?

9. Comment on Willy's "Dave Singleman" speech.

10. In the first few minutes of the play, what indications are there that Willy has an affinity with the artistic and creative?

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