An Enemy of the People

What problem has Dr. Stockmann reported to Mayor Stockmann?

• plumbing problems at the town's spa

• rumors around town that the spa will close

• poor water quality at the town's spa

• conflict among the spa's board members

Why does the mayor ask Dr. Stockmann to keep the report to himself?

• He does not want to lose his brother's friendship

• He does not want the spa to lose business.

• He does not want his brother to lose his job.

• He does not want to lose respect for himself.

Dr. Stockmann resists his brother’s request. As a result, what subtle threat does the mayor make to Dr. Stockmann?

• He suggests that he may stop supporting the doctor financially

• He suggests that he may begin to spread rumors about the doctor.

• He suggests that he may harm the doctor’s family members.

• He suggests that he may go ahead and follow the doctor’s advice.

An Enemy of the People presents a message about the role of science in modern society. What is this message?

• Science should serve political purposes.

• Science is always a source of conflict in families.

• Science can change people for the worse.

• Science is sometimes in conflict with politics.

The doctor and the mayor are in deep conflict. Which line best summarizes the doctor’s position in the conflict?

• But then what do you think ought to be done?

• Oh, yes, it’s really coming out now what a brilliant crew you’ve been!

• I was the first to see that this town could become a flourishing spa.

• I want the freedom to express myself on any problem under the sun!

What “crime” does Dr. Stockmann commit?

• taking actions that offend their superiors

• honoring something that is dishonorable

• spreading false and dangerous rumors

• engaging in activities that are illegal

With which piece of advice would Dr. Stockmann most likely agree?

• Compromise your principles sometimes.

• Those in authority usually know best.

• Your heart will lead you to true love.

• Always remain true to your beliefs.

What does the word exorbitant mean in the following sentence from An Enemy of the People?

And it’s foisted on poor, suffering creatures who turn to us in good faith and pay us exorbitant fees to gain their health back again!

• outrageous

• minimal

• fixed

• monthly

What is Dr. Stockmann’s conflict in "An Enemy of the People"?

• running a test, or defying authority

• telling the truth, or losing his family

• telling a lie, or defying authority

• running a test, or losing his family

The mayor says to Dr. Stockmann:

“Thomas, you are a very troublesome man to work with. I know from experience. You show no consideration at all.”

What truth do the mayor’s words suggest?

• Dr. Stockmann has never learned to take responsibility for his ideas

• Dr. Stockmann’s ideas often upset the established order

• Dr. Stockmann is often a rude and thoughtless colleague.

• Dr. Stockmann has no respect for the truth or for real science.