Practice Rising Tension (2.3.6) - ICSE Class 12 English Elective – Unit 3: A Doll’s House by Henrik Ibsen
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Rising Tension

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Question 1 Easy

What secret does Nora keep from Torvald?

💡 Hint: Think about the situation that made her take such a drastic step.

Question 2 Easy

What does Torvald think of Krogstad?

💡 Hint: Consider how Torvald reacts to Nora's plea for Krogstad's job.

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Question 1

What ultimately drives Nora's rising tension in Act One?

Her relationship with her children
Her secret loan
Torvald's promotion

💡 Hint: Think about the underlying issues that affect her behavior.

Question 2

True or False: Torvald understands the gravity of Nora's situation.

True
False

💡 Hint: Reflect on Torvald's attitude towards Nora’s concerns throughout the text.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given the themes of deception and gender roles in A Doll’s House, analyze how Nora's actions reflect the societal expectations of women in the 19th century.

💡 Hint: Consider how Nora's choices reveal a critique of societal norms.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how the Christmas tree's deterioration parallels Nora's personal crisis in Act One. What does this suggest about the nature of her circumstances?

💡 Hint: Look for specific moments in the play where the state of the Christmas tree mirrors Nora's emotional state.

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