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With the help of two distinct examples from the text, appraise Charley as a friend.

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With the help of two distinct examples from the text, appraise Charley as a friend.

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Solution

  1. Examples: Charley has tried to bring Willy's unrealistic dreams down to earth – Charley foresees Willy's destruction and tries to save him by offering him a job.
  2. He gives the final eulogy about what it meant for Willy to live and die as a salesman.
  3. He thereby shows his true understanding of Willy and his aspirations.
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