Plots, characters, and themes of the American Dream, McCarthy-era allegory, and Arthur Miller's drama.
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- Who is the protagonist of Death of a Salesman?
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Willy Loman, a 63-year-old traveling salesman- What is Willy Loman's occupation?
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A traveling salesman for a textile company- Who is Willy's wife?
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Linda Loman, a devoted woman who believes in her husband despite his failures- What are the names of Willy and Linda's two sons?
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Biff and Happy Loman- Who is Ben in Willy's memories?
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Willy's older brother, a wealthy businessman who represents the success Willy dreams of- Who is Charley?
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Willy's successful neighbor who repeatedly offers him a job- Who is The Woman in the play?
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An unnamed mistress Willy had an affair with during his travels- How many years has Willy worked for his company at the start?
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34 years- What changes Willy's job status early in the play?
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He is removed from his traveling position and put on straight commission with no guaranteed income- How does Death of a Salesman conclude?
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Willy commits suicide by driving his car off the road- What motivates Willy to take his own life?
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To provide his family with 20,000 dollars from his life insurance policy- What does Biff discover during his time out West?
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That he is not the successful person his father claims him to be- What is Willy's definition of success?
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Being well-liked and making money through charm and personality- What does Willy prioritize teaching his sons?
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That being liked and popular is more important than hard work or integrity- What does Biff want for his own future?
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To work outdoors, possibly on a farm or ranch, away from city life
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