Where does the play take place?
The play takes place In the dining room of Monsieur Durand, a former railroad worker, widower and owner of the boarding house who lives there with his three daughters
Why did Monsieur Duran sell his life insurance?
Monsieur sold his life insurance to pay off the debtor’s loan. His condition was so miserable whereas the debtor was quite angry with him for not paying the dues.