A Doll's House Act 1

In Act 1 of "A Doll's House," what event is the central focus of the play?

• Nora's secret loan

• Torvald's promotion

• Dr. Rank's illness

• Mrs. Linde's arrival

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

What is Nora's secret regarding the loan she took?

• She forged her father's signature

• She stole the money from her employer

• She plans to use the money to leave her family

• She borrowed money from a loan shark

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

Who is Mrs. Linde, and what brings her to Nora's house in Act 1?

• Nora's sister, seeking financial assistance

• Nora's childhood friend, looking for a job

• Nora's former nanny, returning to visit

• Nora's neighbor, delivering a package

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How does Torvald feel about borrowing money?

• He believes it is necessary in difficult times

• He considers it a sign of weakness and immorality

• He thinks it should only be done by wealthy people

• He believes it is a personal decision, neither good nor bad

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the significance of the macaroons in Act 1?

• They are Nora's favorite treat

• They symbolise Nora's deceitful nature

• They are a gift from Mrs. Linde

• They represent Torvald's control over Nora

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How does Nora exhibit her deceitful nature in Act 1?

• By lying to Torvald about the macaroons she eats

• By concealing her secret loan from Torvald

• By pretending to be a loving and devoted wife

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

What does the Christmas tree symbolise in Act 1?

• Joy and celebration

• Nora's love for extravagant decorations

• The façade of happiness and traditional family values

• Torvald's desire for a picture-perfect holiday season

What is the significance of the doors in the set design of Act 1?

• They reflect Nora's desire to keep her secrets hidden

• They emphasise the importance of privacy and social boundaries

• They symbolise opportunities for escape and freedom

• They represent barriers between characters and their true selves

How does Torvald view Nora's financial dependence on him in Act 1?

• He views it as a means of maintaining control over Nora

• He believes it is Nora's duty as a wife and mother

• He considers it a burden and source of stress

• He sees it as a symbol of their love and trust

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

How does Nora's conversation with Mrs. Linde in Act 1 contribute to the theme of personal identity?

• It reveals Nora's true self, independent of societal expectations

• It highlights Nora's struggles to define herself outside of her roles as a wife and mother

• It showcases Nora's desire for self-discovery and personal growth

• It exposes Nora's deep-rooted insecurities and fears

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2