Death of a Salesman - Analysis & Annotation
English
Grade 6
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~18 mins
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A worksheet focusing on analysis and annotation of themes and techniques in Death of a Salesman, emphasizing the tragic elements of the play for Grade 6 students.
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Death of a Salesman - Analysis & Annotation
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Grade Grade 6
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Scene Summary and Context Guide
In Arthur Miller's *Death of a Salesman*, the story centers around Willy Loman, an aging salesman facing the decline of his career and personal aspirations. The play explores themes of success, family, and the American Dream. Willy’s struggles are highlighted through his interactions with his family and his own inner thoughts, often revealed through memory and illusion. The tragic element emerges as Willy’s ideals clash with reality, leading to emotional turmoil and ultimately, his downfall. Notable phrases such as 'the American Dream' and 'failure' frame the play’s critique of societal expectations. The setting shifts between the present and Willy’s memories, emphasizing his mental state. This scene introduces Willy’s internal conflict and sets the tone for the tragic events to follow, illustrating how personal ambitions and societal pressures shape his destiny.
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Questions
Answer the following questions based on the summary and your understanding of the play.
1.
What is the main focus of Willy Loman's struggles in the play?
[2 marks]2.
Identify a phrase from the summary that reflects the play's critique of society.
[2 marks]3.
How does the play use shifts in setting to develop Willy’s character?
[3 marks]4.
What is the tone established by the scene summary, and how does it relate to the play's themes?
[3 marks]5.
Identify one literary technique that might be used in the play to express Willy's inner thoughts.
Aa) Flashback
Bb) Soliloquy
Cc) Irony
Dd) Alliteration
6.
Explain how the phrase 'failure' in the summary relates to Willy's character arc.
[2 marks]7.
Describe how the play’s critique of the American Dream is reflected in Willy's story.
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Create a short paragraph analyzing how Miller’s use of memory influences the audience’s understanding of Willy’s mental state.
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Identify and explain one literary device used in the phrase 'failure' as a key theme in the play.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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