A Doll's House Flashcards

Flashcards about Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House

Who is considered the father of modern prose drama?

Henrik Ibsen

What sensitive social issues did Ibsen's writings typically stir up?

Issues related to marriage and human rights.

Where did Ibsen live for twenty-seven years?

Italy and Germany.

What themes did Ibsen employ in A Doll's House?

Themes and structures of classical tragedy.

What is the setting of the entire play, A Doll's House?

The Helmers' well-furnished living room.

What favor does Nora promise to do for Mrs. Linde?

Speak to Torvald about obtaining employment for Mrs. Linde.

What secret does Nora reveal to Mrs. Linde?

That she illegally borrowed money for the trip to Italy.

What does Krogstad use to blackmail Nora?

A contract containing Nora’s forgery of her father’s signature.

What does Dr. Rank reveal to Nora?

That he is in love with her.

What does Mrs. Linde instruct Nora to do while she speaks with Krogstad?

To delay Torvald from opening the letter as long as possible.

What does Torvald find in his letterbox after the costume ball?

Two of Dr. Rank’s visiting cards, each with a black cross above the name.

What does Nora declare she must do before leaving Torvald?

She must 'make sense of herself and everything around her.'

How does Torvald treat Nora?

Like a child, in a manner that is both kind and patronizing.

What does Krogstad desire to protect his children from?

The hardships that come with a spoiled reputation.

What does Mrs. Linde sacrifice for her family.

Her love for Krogstad by marrying a richer man.

What is Dr. Rank unconcerned with?

What others think of him.

What does Nora come to blame her father for?

Contributing to her subservient position in life.

What does Nora realize she's been doing throughout her marriage?

Putting on a show to fulfill society's expectations.

What initially motivates Torvald's decision to fire Krogstad?

Krogstad's overly friendly and familiar behavior.

What does Krogstad want for his children's sake?

Respect within the town.

What prevalent theme does Ibsen convey in the play regarding women?

The sacrificial role of women.

Why does Nora feel she must leave her children?

She fears she may morally corrupt them.

What does Torvald believe is passed from parent to child like a disease?

A parent’s immorality.

What has been harmed due to Torvald's obsession with controlling his home's appearance?

His family and his happiness.

What does the Christmas tree symbolize in the play?

Nora’s position in her household as a plaything.

What does the New Year represent for Nora and Torvald?

The start of a new, happier phase in their lives.

What is Nora’s primary struggle?

Against the selfish, stifling, and oppressive attitudes of her husband, Torvald, and of the society that he represents.