Doas Quotes Flashcards
(60 cards)
Who is the main character in ‘Death of a Salesman’?
Willy Loman
What is Willy Loman’s profession?
Salesman
True or False: Willy Loman is considered a successful businessman throughout the play.
False
What does Willy Loman often struggle with in his life?
His sense of success and identity
Fill in the blank: Willy believes that being well-liked is the key to _____ in business.
success
What is the name of Willy’s wife?
Linda Loman
Who are Willy’s two sons?
Biff Loman and Happy Loman
What does Biff discover about himself throughout the play?
His own identity and disillusionment with his father’s dreams
Which character represents the American Dream in the play?
Willy Loman
True or False: Willy’s father was a successful businessman.
False
What does the character Ben represent in Willy’s life?
Success and the ideals of the American Dream
What recurring item symbolizes Willy’s failure?
The seeds he tries to plant
What is the significance of the title ‘Death of a Salesman’?
It reflects the demise of Willy’s dreams and the harsh reality of his life
What does Linda Loman often encourage Willy to focus on?
His mental health and well-being
Fill in the blank: Willy’s tragic flaw is his _____ belief in the American Dream.
misguided
What does the character Happy represent in the play?
A flawed pursuit of success and validation
True or False: The play is set in a linear timeline.
False
What does Willy’s relationship with Biff symbolize?
The conflict between parental expectations and personal aspirations
What is one of Willy’s famous quotes about dreams?
‘The man who makes an appearance in the business world, the man who creates personal interest, is the man who gets ahead.’
What does the flute music symbolize in the play?
Willy’s nostalgia and lost dreams
What does Willy’s suicide represent?
His final attempt to provide for his family and achieve his version of success
Fill in the blank: Biff’s realization in the end is that he must be _____ to himself.
true
What are the themes explored in ‘Death of a Salesman’?
The American Dream, identity, family, and disillusionment
Who does Biff confront about his failures?
Willy Loman