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1. Why does Torvald make such a decisive show of mailing the letter firing Krogstad against Nora’s pleas? What is unusual about Nora’s comment to Torvald about pettiness? Do you agree with Nora that Torvald’s reasons for firing Krogstad are “petty”?Why or why not?

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1. Why does Torvald make such a decisive show of mailing the letter firing Krogstad against Nora’s pleas? What is unusual about Nora’s comment to Torvald about pettiness? Do you agree with Nora that Torvald’s reasons for firing Krogstad are “petty”?Why or why not?

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Torvald makes such a decisive show in order to remind her of her place. She wouldn’t dare offend her husband until now.

Nora's comment about Torvald's pettiness is unusual because it shows Nora's independence and desire to go against what her husband would want to hear, which is not common among women of that time.

Nora didn't want to destroy her image infront of Torvald, because she is scared of him leaving her and this reaction was a defensive move. Torveld wanted to show that he is the dominant men .

Letters are a symbol that represent truth and deceit

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2. Dr. Rank has inherited a fatal illness from his father. Bitterly, he tells Nora that “in every single family, in one way or another, the same merciless law of retribution is at work.” In what way is retribution for past deeds at work in the Helmer family?

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2. Dr. Rank has inherited a fatal illness from his father. Bitterly, he tells Nora that “in every single family, in one way or another, the same merciless law of retribution is at work.” In what way is retribution for past deeds at work in the Helmer family?

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"Past deeds" may reffer to the illegal actions of Nora, including the fact that she faked her dad's signature and immoral actions, like lying to her husband repeatedly. This quote by Dr. Rank is used to forshadow the fact that the family will suffer greatly from Nora's mistakes and lies.

In addition, Torvald often seems to compare Nora with her father, telling her that she was "just like" her "father", which could suggest that she has inherited her "spendthrift" character from him

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3. Near the end of Act 2, Nora believes that a “miracle” will happen. What is the miracle that she hopes for?

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3. Near the end of Act 2, Nora believes that a “miracle” will happen. What is the miracle that she hopes for?

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That Torvald wouldn’t open Krogstad’s letter and that her problem will go unidentified.

Ironic

The "miracle" that Nora hopes for is that her husband, Torvald, will never find out about the forged loan she took out in the past to save his life.

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4. Foreshadowing is the use of clues to hint at what is going to happen later in the plot.

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4. Foreshadowing is the use of clues to hint at what is going to happen later in the plot.

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What do you anticipate will happen?

Rank will die, Torvald will find out the truth and Nora will leave her family (because of what Rank said)

It is hinted through dr rank saying that he will be replaced by Christian.

"The absent are soon forgotten"

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5. How do Nora and Krogstad’s views of Torvald differ? Whose opinion of Torvald are you inclined to support at this point in the play?

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5. How do Nora and Krogstad’s views of Torvald differ? Whose opinion of Torvald are you inclined to support at this point in the play?

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Nora loves Torvald but at the same time she fears him whereas Krogstad views Torvald merely a way for him to maintain his position at the bank.I am more inclined to Nora’s opinion as it shows how he treats his loved ones when reputation is at stake.

We agree on this opinion, Nora loves Torvald, however she fears the consequenses of him finding out about her lie. However Krogstad sees Torvald as an egotistical hypocrite while also fearing him as he has control over his job. We agree with Noras opinion on Torvald as we believe that he is a good person and that Krogstad only sees him in this way due to his fear of being fired.

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6. When Nora sees the box of masquerade clothes, she wants to “rip them in a million pieces!” What does Ibsen symbolize with this characterization?

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6. When Nora sees the box of masquerade clothes, she wants to “rip them in a million pieces!” What does Ibsen symbolize with this characterization?

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It shows that Nora doesn’t want to have a need to sympataze with other people opinion and be obsessed with outside appearance

The ripping of the clothes symbolises freedom, the masquarad represents thr madk that she had to wear all her life

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7. After Dr Rank professes his love, Nora demands that the lamp be brought in. Why? Is it about truth and light in theHelmers’ household?

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7. After Dr Rank professes his love, Nora demands that the lamp be brought in. Why? Is it about truth and light in theHelmers’ household?

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Lights are used to symbolise a revalation when Rank expressed his love.

it is brought in as a signal for truth and light in the Helmers' household. The lamp symbolizes enlightenment and shedding light on the truth. Nora's demand for the lamp reflects her desire to confront the reality of her situation and to illuminate the secrets and lies.

When nora and dr rank discuss the room filled with darkness.

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8. What parallel is established between Dr. Rank and Nora in this act?

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8. What parallel is established between Dr. Rank and Nora in this act?

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Rank has a physical problems and Nora has a real life problems, both of which are getting worse over time.

Both characters are harboring secrets that they have not openly shared with others. Dr. Rank harbors romantic feelings for Nora, which he reveals in this act, while Nora is concealing her secret loan to save her husband's life. Dr. Rank and Nora are trapped in societal expectations and roles that restrict their true selves.

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9. What role does Mrs. Linde play in this act?

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9. What role does Mrs. Linde play in this act?

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She plays a role of a messenger between Nora and Krogstard as well as a helper and assistant to Nora. She plays a meditation role in the conflict between Krogstad and Nora

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10. Some histories of the Tarantella dance explain that it is used to fight off the venomous effects of a spider bite. Other interpretations suggest it represents a woman’s frustrations in oppression. Which of these explanations best fits Nora’s violent practice at the end of Act 2? Might both apply? Explain.

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10. Some histories of the Tarantella dance explain that it is used to fight off the venomous effects of a spider bite. Other interpretations suggest it represents a woman’s frustrations in oppression. Which of these explanations best fits Nora’s violent practice at the end of Act 2? Might both apply? Explain.

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Both of the interpretations fit Nora’s violent dancing as it shows the mental and life state of Nora.

Nora's violent act conveys her rebellion against unfair rules and expresses her frustration as a woman, which are two important themes in the play.

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11. What visual effects are used in Act II? (begin by commenting on the opening description of the stage, look at other stage directions)

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11. What visual effects are used in Act II? (begin by commenting on the opening description of the stage, look at other stage directions)

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Costumes, macaroons, christmas tree, set design. The placement of furniture and seperation of spaces can symbolise Nora's limited freedom

changing lights and sounds, along with Nora's energetic dance, help set the scene and mood.

While the constant coming of people, such as Dr. Rank, Mrs. Linde and Krogstad in and out of the house making the whole scene even more tumultuous and harder to deal with for Nora, which is trying to do everything to cover her deceits and lies.

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12. What is the significance of each of these objects in Act 2: the Christmas tree, the stockings, the lamp, Nora’s costume, the letter?

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12. What is the significance of each of these objects in Act 2: the Christmas tree, the stockings, the lamp, Nora’s costume, the letter?

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Christmas tree is a symbol of family union and it represents current state of the family. It's decorations also seem to be in parallel with Nora's hope for the problem to be resolved, as when she seems to be regenerated the decorations are on the tree, but when terror hits her, the decorations are torn apart.

The letter is a symbol of an end of happy careless life, this letter is a messenger of approaching catastrophe.

The lamp symbolises the changes between light and darkness, revelation and deceit. The lamp that is brought during the scene with Dr Rank and Nora emphasizes on the big revelation from Dr Rank.