Act One
How does Torvald address Nora?
My little lark
My squirrel
What work does Mrs. Linde find?
A job at the bank – Krogstad's position.
What was Christine's (Mrs. Linde) and Krogstad's relationship in the past?
Krogstand proposed, but she turned him down.
What does Nora perform at the ball?
The Tarantella
What is Torvald's belief about managing money?
No debt, no borrowing
What does Nora want for Christmas?
More money (/ money to hang on the tree)
Who had to give up her child to take a job?
The children's nurse -- Anne Marie
Why doesn't Mrs. Linde want Krogstad to take the letter back?
She feels Nora and Torvald's relationship is not healthy, and they need to face the truth.
What does the dance symbolise?
Nora's uncontrollable emotional state
What is the food Torvald forbids Nora to have?
macaroons
What is Mrs. Linde's situation when she sees Nora?
Widowed, poor, and needing a job
Why is Dr. Rank ill?
He inherited his illness from his father's overindulgence
What does Krogstad send to Nora at the end of the play?
The original loan agreement and an apology.
What is Nora's reason for forging her father's name on the loan agreement?
Saving her husband's life
What is Torvald's reaction to Nora's crime?
anger, concern about himself, calls her stupid/foolish woman
Why did Mrs. Linde not marry Krogstad?
She married someone who was wealthier, to help take care of her sick mother and brothers
What shocks Nora about Torvald's refusal to let Krogstad keep his job?
Torvald says that Krogstad is a good worker, but too familiar with him
What does Dr. Rank send to tell Nora to tell of his impending death?
Two calling cards with black crosses
What miracle was Nora hoping for?
That Torvald would defend her and take the blame
After learning about the forgery, what does Torvald plan for Nora's future?
She will not be allowed to be alone with the children, but she will continue to live there for "appearances" only
When Dr. Rank says that he thought Nora was not allowed to have macaroons, what does she reply?
She lies and says that Christine (Mrs. Linde) brought them for her
What is Krogstad's plan to keep his job and to gain control of the situation?
Blackmailing the Helmers by threatening to expose Nora's crime.
What is Nora's response to Helmer saying, "But no man would sacrifice his honor for one he loves"?
"Hundreds and thousands of women have."
What symbol represents Nora in both her relationship with her father and Torvald?
A "doll" to entertain and amuse them
Why does Torvald "forgive" Nora?
Because Krogstad is not going to go through with his plan – he returns the bond and apologises