A Doll's House

Which statement best describes the syntax in this passage from “The Doll’s House”?

• A series of short, punchy sentences are interrupted by one long, complex sentence.

• A few long, complex sentences followed by short, punchy sentences.

• All of the sentences are long and complex.

• All of the sentences are short and simple.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What main criticism did "The Doll's House" offer about the class system that prevailed in the place and time of its setting?

• The class system could be cruel to the lower classes.

• The class system created a sense of responsibility in the upper class.

• The class system brought physical hardship to the lower class.

• The class system was governed mainly by women.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Discuss the character traits of Nora Helmer in Act 1 of A Doll's House.

• Nora Helmer in Act 1 of A Doll's House is portrayed as playful, naive, secretive, and loving.

• Nora Helmer is shown as unemotional and cold, rather dull

• Nora Helmer is depicted as lazy, spoiled, and a bad mother

• Nora Helmer is portrayed as aggressive, confrontational, and passive-aggressive

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the main conflict introduced in Act 1 of A Doll's House?

• Tension between Nora and her children

• Struggle between Nora and Mrs. Linde

• Tension between Nora's desire for independence and societal expectations

• Conflict between Nora and Dr. Rank

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

Explain the relationship between Nora and Torvald in Act 1.

• Nora and Torvald's relationship in Act 1 is characterized as being more like a father-daughter relationship

• Nora and Torvald's relationship in Act 1 is portrayed as equal and balanced.

• Nora and Torvald's relationship in Act 1 is characterized by open communication and honesty.

• Nora and Torvald's relationship in Act 1 is built on trust and mutual respect.

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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

Describe the role of Mrs. Linde in Act 1 and how she impacts the plot.

• Mrs. Linde serves as a foil to Nora, emphasizing themes of independence and societal norms.

• Mrs. Linde is revealed to be Nora's long-lost sister, changing the course of the play.

• Mrs. Linde is a wealthy socialite who befriends Nora for personal gain.

• Mrs. Linde is a minor character with no impact on the plot or characters.

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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 is Torvald Helmer characterized in Act 1?

• As a loving and supportive husband

• As a shrewd businessman who doesn't care about his family

• As a irresponsible man who has failed in multiple businesses

• As a controlling, yet responsible, husband and man

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CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

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

How does Krogstad's entrance in Act 1 change the direction of the play?

• Krogstad's entrance in Act 1 changes the direction of the play by making Nora the main antagonist.

• Krogstad's entrance in Act 1 changes the direction of the play by resolving all conflicts peacefully.

• Krogstad's entrance in Act 1 changes the direction of the play by introducing conflict and tension through his past connection to Nora and blackmailing intentions.

• Krogstad's entrance in Act 1 changes the direction of the play by bringing in a new romantic interest for 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

What event in Act 1 serves to develop the theme of the play?

• Christine and Nora's strained friendship

• Nora's lack on involvement in her kids' lives

• Torvald's promotion at work

• Nora's secret about the loan and Krogstad's threat

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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 Dr. Rank's character add to the tension in Act 1?

• Dr. Rank's character adds tension through his interactions and relationships with other characters.

• Dr. Rank's character adds tension through his comedic relief moments.

• Dr. Rank's character adds tension by being absent for most of Act 1.

• Dr. Rank's character adds tension by being the main antagonist in Act 1.

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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