A Doll's House, Act I

How does Nora initially behave when she enters the house at the beginning of the play?

• She is nervous and reserved.

• She is excited and full of energy.

• She is angry at Torvald.

• She is exhausted and silent.

What does Torvald call Nora multiple times throughout Act 1?

• His angel

• His little squirrel

• His dear wife

• His strong woman

What holiday is approaching at the start of the play?

• Easter

• New Year’s Eve

• Christmas

• Thanksgiving

What does Nora secretly eat when Torvald is not looking?

• Chocolate

• Cake

• Bread

• Macaroons

What new job position has Torvald recently been given?

• Bank manager

• Lawyer

• Business owner

• Government official

Why is Torvald concerned about spending money?

• He is afraid of going into debt.

• He wants to save money for their children.

• He believes Nora spends too much on shopping.

• He lost money in a bad investment.

What does Mrs. Linde want from Nora and Torvald?

• A loan

• A letter of recommendation

• Help finding a job

• A place to stay

Why did Mrs. Linde marry her late husband?

• She was deeply in love with him.

• She was forced into the marriage.

• She needed financial security.

• She wanted to travel the world.

What does Nora reveal to Mrs. Linde about a secret she has kept from Torvald?

• She borrowed money without his knowledge.

• She once had an affair.

• She lost all their savings.

• She is planning to leave him.

Who lent Nora the money she used to help Torvald recover from his illness?

• Dr. Rank

• Mrs. Linde

• Krogstad

• Torvald’s father