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Death of a Salesman

by Arthur Miller

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Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman Quiz

"A star like that, magnificent, can never really fade away." Willy Loman is an aging traveling salesman who has long believed, despite all evidence to the contrary, in the American Dreaml that is, if you work hard, you will be successful. Unfortunately, the promise is either hollow or misunderstood by Loman, leading to a tragic end. Be sure you understand Willy's hopes, dreams, and death, by taking this Willy Loman character quiz from Arthur Miller's classic play, Death of a Salesman.

  1. For what is Willy going to ask Howard, his boss?

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  2. What does Willy want from life more than anything else?

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  3. How much life insurance money will Willy's family receive upon his death?

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  4. How does Howard respond to Willy's request return to Boston?

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  5. How is Ben related to Willy?

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  6. What does Willy call Biff and Happy's idea for a sporting goods store?

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  7. What does Willy tell Linda had almost caused him to have an accident?

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  8. From whom does Willy request a loan?

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  9. What region of the company comprised Willy's sales territory?

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  10. What gift has Willy purchased for a woman who is likely his mistress?

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