Setting
During what holiday is the play set?
The play is set during Christmas time.
Whose signature did Nora forge?
Nora forged her father's signature.
What is Torvald planning on doing with Krogstad's job?
Torvald plans to fire Krogstad.
What does Nora compare herself to at the end of the play?
Nora compares herself to a doll.
What's the maid's name?
The maid's name is Helene.
When does the play take place.
A Doll's House is set in the 19th century.
What trait does Torvald say runs in Nora's family?
Torvald claims irresponsibility runs in Nora's family.
Why does Torvald want to fire Krogstad?
Torvald claims Krogstad is too friendly.
What's Dr. Rank's secret?
Dr. Rank is secretly in love with Nora.
How many children did Nora and Torvald have?
They had three children.
Where does the play take place?
A Doll's House is set in Norway.
Nora borrowed money from Krogstad.
How does Torvald learn about Nora’s forgery?
Krogstad's letter informs Torvald that Nora forged the signature.
What does Mrs. Linde confess to Krogstad?
Mrs. Linde confesses that she wants to get back together with Krogstad and take care of his children.
Who did Mrs. Linde abandon for a richer man?
She left Krogstad for a richer man.
What year was A Doll's House was published?
The novel was published in 1879.
What does Torvald tease Nora about?
He teases her about spending too much money.
What does Torvald want Nora's costume to be?
Torvald wants Nora to dress as a Neapolitan peasant-girl.
What does Nora do too wildly and too violently for Torvald’s taste?
She danced too aggressively.
Who helped raise Nora?
Her nanny (Anne-Marie) helped raise her.
What does the christmas tree symbolize?
The tree symbolizes Nora's position in her marriage as a doll who is pleasing to look at and adds charm to the home.
What does Nora eat against Torvald’s wishes?
She bought and ate macaroons against her husband's wishes
According to Nora, why is Dr. Rank dying?
According to Nora, Dr. Rank is sick with tuberculosis of the spine from his father's mistresses.
What does Nora expect Torvald to do when he learns about her forgery?
Nora expects Torvald to take all the blame.
What does the black cross on Dr. Rank’s calling card signify?
The black cross means Dr. Rank will die soon.