Willy And Howard's Different Philosophies On Business

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What is significant about Willy’s repeated failed attempts to grow vegetables in the garden? - His failed attempts to grow vegetables refers to his failure to raise his sons to be successful and live up to Willy´s idea of the American Dream.
Explain Willy and Howard’s different philosophies on business.
Howard was a symbol of progress and innovation in contrast with Willy’s outdated business tactics.
Explain how the theme of living/clinging to the past is conveyed through their meeting. What role does the recorder play (symbolism)? - Willy's appeal is not for some abstraction of attention or dignity. He is arguing directly to his employer that there must be responsibility taken for employees. Willy gave his youth to the company, and now the …show more content…

Describe the dramatic effect when Howard listens to the voices of his family while Willy tries to talk business. What could the machine be symbolic of? - Because Singleman was Willy’s inspiration in life and business. It creates the effect that Howard sees Willy as insignificant. The machine could be symbolic of
Analyze the reference to the title of the play (1804). Analyze Dave Singleman’s name. Why is his name important?- the title is a reference to David Singleman and how when he died Willy’s inspiration. His name is an indication that he was single his whole and it exaggerates Willy’s idea of the American dream.
Why does the ghost of Willy’s brother Ben enter after Willy’s meeting with Howard? (1816) What is his general message to Willy? Do you think Willy would have been happier if he took Ben’s advice? - Willy’s memory slips so he sees Ben. His general message is that wealth isn’t a physical thing that one can touch. I think Willy would have been a lot happier if he took Ben’s advice.
What is Willy’s impression of Bernard when he sees him in his father’s office? Why does Willy exaggerate Biff’s importance? - He has contradicting feelings of envy and pride for him. He exaggerates Biff because he wants to look like a success to

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