Death of Salesman Pre-Reading Questions

1. It is better to live a poor life but live your dreams.

I think it is better to live a poor life but live my dreams because without fulfilling dreams, it is basically a pointless life. Money won't bring happiness to people, rather the accomplishment will bring the happiness for everyone.

2. Lying is ok when trying to keep a good reputation.

I think lying is okay if it is a harmless lie. It all depends on the situation. When a person tries to lie for his/her own gain, then it is wrong. There are some situation where you have to lie to spare the feelings of others.

3. Disillusionment can lead to distrust.

Yes, disillusionment can lead to distrust. Especially when people trusted and respected a person, but this person disappoints his/her supporters. These people can easily feel that they've been betrayed. This usually happens in politics, when politicians don't meet their goals.

4. Flashbacks are a way to relive the past.

I think flashbacks are a way to relive the past. Flashback, itself, is a remembrance of the past. So it will definitely relive the past for a person.

5. Forgiveness leads to peacefulness.

Yes, I agree with this statement. If someone forgive others for their wrong-doing, it won't bring any more quarrel, fights, brawl … etc. Someone has to step up to forgive someone, and it will definitely bring happiness for both of them.

6. It is better to ignore something unpleasant than to face reality.

No, I believe that we have to face reality all the time. Just ignoring something unpleasant won't change anything. It will always be there, and it will annoy you. You have to face something unpleasant to fix and try not to make the same mistake that you have occurred.

7. Happiness consists of having financial stability.

This all depends on how people perceive. If a person is materialistic, they would feel like money will bring happiness for them. However, I disagree with this statement. I think there a lot more things that will bring happiness in our lives. I would say money will bring happiness, but I wouldn't say it is my first priority. I believe that families and friends bring the true happiness.

8. The life of a salesman leads one to be financially stable.

No, everyone has to come together as a unity and work things out to be financially stable. We can't just rely on salesman.

9. Determination always leads an individual to live his/her dreams.

I agree with this statement. Determination will always show a way for a person to achieve his/her goals. Because people with determination won't give up easily on their dreams. People's determination will always be their bridge to their own dreams.