Act 2 Analysis: Death of a Salesman

What is the primary conflict that Willy Loman faces in Act 2 of "Death of a Salesman"?

• His struggle to maintain his job and provide for his family.

• His desire to move to Alaska and start a new life.

• His conflict with his neighbour, Charley.

• His attempt to repair his relationship with his brother, Ben.

In Act 2, what does Willy Loman hope to achieve by visiting his boss, Howard Wagner?

• A promotion to a managerial position.

• A transfer to a different city.

• A raise in salary.

• A non-travelling job in New York.

How does Willy's meeting with Howard Wagner end in Act 2?

• Willy receives a promotion.

• Willy is fired from his job.

• Willy is transferred to a different department.

• Willy is given a raise.

What does Willy Loman's brother, Ben, symbolise in Act 2?

• The success and wealth that Willy desires.

• The familial love and support Willy lacks.

• The dangers of living in the past.

• The importance of education and hard work.

In Act 2, what does Linda Loman reveal about their financial situation?

• They have paid off their mortgage.

• They are in significant debt.

• They have savings for retirement.

• They have invested in stocks.

What is the significance of the seeds Willy plants in Act 2?

• They represent Willy's hope for a new beginning.

• They symbolise Willy's desire to leave a legacy.

• They indicate Willy's interest in gardening.

• They show Willy's attempt to reconnect with nature.

How does Biff's meeting with Bill Oliver turn out in Act 2?

• Biff is offered a job.

• Biff is ignored and not remembered by Oliver.

• Biff is given a loan.

• Biff is promoted to a higher position.

What does Willy Loman's conversation with Bernard reveal about Biff's past?

• Biff was a successful student.

• Biff had a promising future that was derailed.

• Biff was always rebellious and uninterested in success.

• Biff was never interested in sports.

What does Willy's interaction with Charley in Act 2 demonstrate about their relationship?

• They are close friends who support each other.

• Willy is envious of Charley's success.

• Charley is indifferent to Willy's struggles.

• Willy and Charley are business partners.

What does Happy Loman's behaviour in Act 2 suggest about his character?

• He is responsible and caring.

• He is ambitious and deceitful.

• He is content with his life.

• He is supportive of his brother, Biff.