Symbolism
Metaphors
Ending
Modernist breakthrough conventions
100

How is the decaying relationship between Nora and Torvald shown?

Through the Christmas tree. 

100

Why is Nora afraid of staying with her children?

Nora is scared of passing on the moral disease.

100

Why does Ibsen use an open ending?

Because a male author is not able to predict a woman's future accurately.

200

What does Nora removing her "fancy dress" symbolise?

Nora denouncing her role and embracing her true self.

200

What is the literary device used to reason Dr. Rank's disease inherited from his father?

The metaphor of moral disease. 

200

Why does Ibsen use multiple women's stories?

To show that the women's struggles are present regardless of their class.

300

What does the Tarantella symolize?

Her frustration and rebellion and shedding her facade.

400

How is light used when Dr. Rank confesses his love for Nora?

Nora lets in the light in order to reveal the truth that can no longer be ignored.

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