Death of a Salesman A level Revision Lesson

An in-depth revision lesson for Death of a Salesman, aimed primarily at A level students.

Includes:

• a starter on discussion questions relating to the main themes in the play
• a synopsis of the play, with questions on the most significant aspect featured in terms of tragedy
• absolution and classic tragedy
• foreseeable destiny
• context: the salesman and the American Dream
• the end - recognising the truth
• key ideas to consider when writing
• wider context: Miller’s other tragedies ad the purpose of the ordinary man
• an extended writing task on constructing an argument (based on the points given in the PPT which allows students to develop their own ideas on what the purpose of the play is and how meanings are shaped. Also uses the literary techniques sheet included for them to refer to for revision, or to add as evidence in their arguments)