Secrets & Lies
What lie does Nora tell that becomes central to the plot?
What lie does Nora tell that becomes central to the plot?
What emotion does Nora show when she says, “I’m not afraid of you, but I’m afraid of Torvald”?
Fear and anxiety.
What motivates Nora’s behavior when speaking to Krogstad?
She is desperate to protect her secret and family.
What role does society expect Nora to play as a wife?
A submissive, obedient, and supportive homemaker.
Who is the author of "A Dolls House"
Henrik Ibsen
Who threatens to expose Nora’s secret, and why?
Krogstad, because he wants to keep his job at the bank.
Which three emotions does Nora express in her monologue in Act 2?
Guilt, hope, and desperation.
Why does Nora want to speak with Dr. Rank instead of Torvald?
She trusts Dr. Rank more and hopes he’ll help without judgment.
How does Nora’s fear of judgment reflect 19th-century gender roles?
Women were expected to be morally pure and dependent
Name all characters
Nora, Torvald, Nurse, Maid, krogstad, Mrs Linde,
Why does Nora believe she must keep the forgery a secret from Torvald?
She fears Torvald will be angry, ashamed, or stop loving her.
How does Ibsen’s language show Nora’s desperation? Give one example.
Her frantic thoughts and repetition (e.g., “Oh, if only I could go back…”) show a panicked state.
How do Nora’s choices reflect her desire for control?
She hides the truth and tries to manipulate events to avoid disaster.
What pressures from society cause Nora to act dishonestly?
Financial dependence, social shame, and the need to protect her family’s image.
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Provide a quote that shows Nora is anxious about her secret being discovered.
“I’m not afraid of you, but I’m afraid of Torvald.”
What does Nora’s internal conflict tell us about her mental state?
She’s overwhelmed, torn between guilt and hope, and losing emotional stability.
What drives Krogstad to blackmail Nora?
He wants to keep his job and restore his reputation.
Analyze Nora’s line: “I did it for love, and love excuses everything, doesn’t it?” Do you think Ibsen agrees?
NO; Ibsen questions whether love justifies immoral actions and critiques blind devotion.
What room does Ms Shipp teach in
215
How does Nora’s lie reflect larger themes of power and control in her marriage?
It shows that Nora lacks power and has to deceive her husband to protect their future—highlighting gender and power imbalances.
In the line “He was so kind once...”, what emotion is she likely feeling?
fear—she doubts Torvald's kindness will last if he learns the truth.
How does Nora’s motivation shift between the beginning and end of Act 2?
She moves from hopeful to hopeless and begins contemplating drastic actions.
How does Nora challenge the expectations placed on women during the time? Use one quote to support your answer.
By hiding the loan and asserting her right to act, she defies her role. Quote: “I did it for love…”
What is the next unit in World Lit
Poetry