Destroying Drama: Henrik Ibsen, A Doll's House - Act 2 Summary

The video summarizes Act Two of Henrik Ibsen's 'A Doll's House'. It explores the growing tension in the Helmer household as Krogstad threatens to reveal Nora's forgery. Nora feels trapped and questions Anne Marie about leaving her children. Christine visits to help with a costume, and Doctor Rank reveals his illness. Torvald refuses to reconsider Krogstad's dismissal, leading to Nora's desperation. Krogstad demands his job back and threatens to expose Nora. Christine plans to intervene, while Nora distracts Torvald to delay him from reading Krogstad's letter.

What does Krogstad threaten to do if Nora does not comply with his demands?

• Destroy Torvald's career

• Take away Nora's children

• Expose Nora's forgery

• Leave the country

Why does Christine visit Nora?

• To meet Dr. Rank

• To borrow money

• To help with her costume

• To discuss Krogstad

What is Dr. Rank's condition?

• He has a terminal illness

• He is recovering from surgery

• He is in perfect health

• He is suffering from a cold

Why does Torvald refuse to keep Krogstad employed?

• Krogstad is too expensive

• Krogstad is not qualified

• Krogstad is too friendly with him

• Krogstad is unreliable

What does Krogstad demand from the Helmers?

• A promotion and his job back

• A new house

• A public apology

• A large sum of money

How does Nora try to prevent Torvald from reading Krogstad's letter?

• By hiding the letter

• By asking Christine to intervene

• By distracting him with her dance

• By locking the letterbox

What does Nora contemplate as she is left alone?

• Counting the hours she has left to live

• Writing a letter to Krogstad

• Confessing to Torvald

• Running away