DOAS 2.3

Question 1

Summary

Answer 1

. Shift into past signalled by Ben’s music
. Ben carries valise (reps life of traveler) and umbrella (protection from life’s attacks)
. Demonstrates gulf between W + B’s life
. Also shows Linda’s support of Willy’s goals + values

Question 2

Willy’s Values - Linda’s influence

Answer 2

. Linda dissuades him from taking job w Ben “He’s got a beautiful job here.” to blame for his self - image?
. Blindly encourages him to follow unrealistic dream
. But she loves him and is part of his dream
. “Enough to be happy right here, right now.” sensible
. W’s constant desire for new life shows he disagrees
. Believes he’ll be “a member of the firm” worthy job

Question 3

Willy’s Values - Ben’s values

Answer 3

. Unconvinced by Linda or by worth of Willy’s job
. Act One: “And good luck with your - what do you do?”
. “What are you building?… lay your hand on it?” Willy is unable to do so

Question 4

Willy’s Values - Dave Singleman

Answer 4

. “All he has to do is go into any city… and he’s making a living.” Willy can revisit cult of personality
. “it’s not what you do… it’s who you know and the smile on your face!”
. “a man can end with diamonds here on the basis of being liked” extreme, unrealistic Willy
. Joy of sales: “You can’t feel it with your hand like timber, but it’s there!”
. Ben is unconvinced: “There’s a new continent on your doorstep, William” makes him seem unadventurous