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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Would Nora's idea to get the money from Doctor Rank have worked?
(a) No, Krogstad would never have given up the bond.
(b) No, Doctor Rank would never have given Nora the money.
(c) Yes, but Krogstad would have demanded more than the value of the bond.
(d) Yes, Krogstad won't tell Torvald if Nora is prepared to pay off the bond.

2. What reason does Nora give the maid to keep Krogstad's visit secret?
(a) She says it's a present for the children.
(b) She says it's a surprise for Doctor Rank.
(c) She says it's none of the maid's business.
(d) She says it's a surprise for her husband.

3. What does Doctor Rank offer to do?
(a) leave forever
(b) explain to Torvald what has happened
(c) apologize to Mrs. Linde
(d) send Nora a present

4. What does Torvald say about Mrs. Linde after she leaves?
(a) that she's a bore
(b) that he admires her
(c) that he doesn't trust her
(d) that she's pushy

5. What has Nora instructed the maid to tell Krogstad?
(a) that Nora refuses to see him
(b) that they will call the police if he doesn't leave
(c) that no one is home
(d) that no one is allowed in on Christmas day

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mrs. Linde say was her reason for sending Krogstad a harsh break-up letter?

2. Why did Nora like talking to the maids when she lived at her father's house?

3. What reason does Mrs. Linde give for being at the Helmers' apartment?

4. Why is Doctor Rank jealous of Mrs. Linde?

5. Why doesn't Doctor Rank want Torvald in his sickroom?

Short Essay Questions

1. After news of Doctor Rank's impending death, what does Torvald say that he often wishes?

2. What comparison does Nora seem to be making between her father and Torvald?

3. Describe Torvald's reaction to receiving the letter with the bond enclosed.

4. How does Krogstad respond to Mrs. Linde's offer to be with him?

5. What does Torvald play on the piano?

6. What is the significance of Nora calling for the lamp?

7. Describe how Nora dances the Tarantella and Torvald's reaction.

8. What is Mrs. Linde's reaction when Krogstad offers to ask Torvald for his letter back?

9. Why does Helmer say he prefers embroidery to knitting?

10. What excuse does Nora make, so she doesn't have to explain the favor she wanted?

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