Death of a Salesman
20th-Century American Drama
Death of a Salesman
Miller play (1949), Willy Loman
9 Questions
Timed: 15 seconds per question
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World Literature Landmarks
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Ancient Greek Epics & Drama
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Ancient Greek Epics & Drama
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American Novelists & Their Classics
Death of a Salesman trivia questions
- Which playwright wrote this famous stage drama?
- In what New York City borough is the story set?
- Which dream is a major theme in the play?
- In 1949, which major U.S. prize for drama did the play win?
- How is much of the story told onstage?
- Which family member is Willy's wife?
- What kind of stage work is this piece?
- Which issue is one of the play's major themes?
- What award did it win for Best Play in 1949?