Tutor needs to be familiar with the play “Death of a Salesman” by Arthur Miller. Following 1 of the prompts below write a strong thesis statement and a supporting paragraph for the thesis.
- In what ways is this story timeless, and in what ways does it relate specifically to the time in which it
was written? For this prompt, be certain to research the historical, social, and cultural time period in
which the play was written, and in addition, consider how the play relates to the human experience
more generally. See Chapter 31 (pages 1565-1567) of Literature by DiYanni for more information. 2. Examine three of the play’s main characters. How are they different, how are they alike, and how does
each relate to the play’s overarching themes? For more information, see Chapter 24 (pp. 922-925) of
Literature by DiYanni. 3. What is typically “American” about Miller’s play? What cultural attitudes and values displayed by the
characters make it “feel” American? How does the theme relate to the American experience of the
American Dream? See Chapter 31 (pages 1565-1567) of Literature by DiYanni for more information. 4. What is the overarching theme of the play, and how does Miller express that theme using the elements
of drama (characterization, setting, staging, imagery, etc.)? For more information, see Chapter 24 of
Literature by DiYanni.
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