Willy Loman And Linda Loman Flashcards

1
Q

who says “I’m vital in New England.” and when?

A

willy loman

Act 1

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2
Q

how does willy contradict himself talking about Biff and what act?

A

Biff is a lazy bum! - There’s one thing about Biff — he’s not lazy.

Act 1

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3
Q

how does willy describe Linda as she is helping him and what act?

A

You’re my foundation and my support, Linda.

Act 1

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4
Q

what does willy get angry at Linda about and what act?

A

I won’t have you mending stockings in this house!

Act 1

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5
Q

what does Linda characterise as one of Willys shortcomings and what act?

A

Willy Loman never made a lot of money.

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6
Q

what analogy does Willy use in anger against Howard and what act?

A

You can’t eat the orange and throw the peel away — a man is not a piece of fruit!

Act 2

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7
Q

how does willy act when Biff shows him the rubber hose and what Act?

A

(caged, wanting to escape)

Act 2

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8
Q

how is Linda described when talking to Willy in act 1

A

(with infinite patience)

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9
Q

what does Linda tell the boys about what Willy is trying to do and what act

A

He’s been trying to kill himself.

Act 1

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10
Q

how does Linda react to Ben trying to get Willy to go to Alaska

A

But you’ve got… (To Ben.) He’s got a beautiful job here.

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11
Q

how does Linda stand up for herself against her sons and what Act?

A

Pick up this stuff, I’m not your maid any more.

Act 2

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12
Q

what does Linda say she is unable to do at Willys funeral and what act

A

Forgive me, dear. I can’t cry.

Requiem

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