5.1 A Doll’s House: Dramatic Structure and Characterization

Question 1

Which statements are true about the major characters in A Doll’s House? Check all that apply.Mrs. Linde is a friend of Nora’s and is now a widow.Doctor Rank has ruined his reputation by committing a crime.Nils Krogstad is a family friend of the Helmers’ and is gravely ill.Nora Helmer is the main character and is accused of being a spendthrift.Torvald Helmer is a bank manager, Nora’s husband, and a father of three children.

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A: Mrs. Linde is a friend of Nora’s and is now a widow.; D: Nora Helmer is the main character and is accused of being a spendthrift.; E: Torvald Helmer is a bank manager, Nora’s husband, and a father of three children.

Question 2

What is the best inference about Nora’s character, based on this passage?Nora understands business and has capabilities beyond her duties as a homemaker.Nora does not understand financial matters and is not able to save as much money as she would like.Nora cares more for her children and her husband’s comfort than she does for herself.Nora does not mind her doll-like existence and enjoys being pampered by her husband.

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A: Nora understands business and has capabilities beyond her duties as a homemaker.

Question 3

Which lines from the passage support the inference that Nora has skills beyond her duties as a homemaker? Check all that apply.“there is something that is called, in business, quarterly interest”“and another thing called payment in installments”“I have had to save a little here and there, where I could”“for Torvald must have a good table”“the sweet darlings!”

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A: “there is something that is called, in business, quarterly interest”; B: “and another thing called payment in installments”

Question 4

Which statement is the best inference about Torvald’s character, based on this passage?Torvald is so kind that he will help anyone in need, including Krogstad.Torvald is concerned about other people’s perceptions of him and of his standing.Torvald believes that parents have a great impact on how successful their children’s lives will be.Torvald enjoys the idea that Nora needs his guidance, and he interacts with her like a father.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D: Torvald enjoys the idea that Nora needs his guidance, and he interacts with her like a father.

Question 5

Question 5

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: “Almost everyone who has gone to the bad . . . had a deceitful mother.”; B: “Why do you only say—mother?”

Question 6

Which statement best compares Nora and Torvald’s traits?Torvald is like a child, but Nora is more of a parental figure.Nora can be deceptive, but Torvald can be condescending when he treats Nora like a child.Torvald depends on Nora for everything, but she is very independent.Nora does not enjoy eating sweets, but Torvald has a taste for them.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: Nora can be deceptive, but Torvald can be condescending when he treats Nora like a child.

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