Practice Biff Loman (7.2) - ICSE Class 12 English Elective – Unit 4: Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller Chapters Covered: Act Two and Requiem

Practice: Biff Loman

Lesson 7.2ICSE Class 12 English Elective – Unit 4: Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller Chapters Covered: Act Two and Requiem

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Question 1.
What is the significance of Biff's failed loan request?
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Consider how it contrasts with Willy's expectations.
Question 2.
Explain how Biff's character changes throughout the play.
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Think about his encounters with Willy.
3Question 3.
What does Biff realize during his meeting with Bill Oliver?
- He is successful
- He is living a lie
- He is father’s favorite
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Think about what he reflects on during their encounter.
4Question 4.
True or False: Happy vows to continue his father Willy's dreams even after Willy's death.
- True
- False
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Consider the differing paths the brothers take.
Question 5.
Discuss the psychological impact of Willy's illusions on Biff and Happy. How does this shape their futures?
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Focus on how each brother embodies different responses to parental expectations.
Question 6.
Analyze how Arthur Miller uses symbolism in the planting of seeds to comment on the American Dream.
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Think about the contrast between effort and outcome.

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