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Uncovering Themes in "A Doll's House

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Explore Henrik Ibsen's classic play, examining characters, symbols, and themes such as women's rights, appearances versus reality, and marriage. Reflect on societal norms and gender roles in a thought-provoking discussion.

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Uncovering Themes in "A Doll's House

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  1. 5-19-14 Objectives: • To begin to make inferences and to draw conclusions about characters, themes, motifs, and symbols in A Doll’s House.

  2. Today’s Agenda: • Brief background on Henrik Ibsen • Begin reading play: Act 1, pp. 1713-1722

  3. Senior Meeting: • Wed, May 21, 10:00-10:45 (A Day)

  4. Henrik Ibsen: • Born in Skien, Norway 1828 • Spent much of his early life living in poverty • Believed that husband and wife should live as equals • For A Doll’s House, he was attacked by critics who claimed that Ibsen was being disrespectful to the institution of marriage (1879) • A Doll’s House showcases Ibsen’s concern for women’s rights in general

  5. Reflections: • Explain and discuss the wrong reasons for getting married.

  6. Character List: • Nora • TorvaldHelmer • Krogstad • Mrs. Linde • Dr. Rank • Bob • Emmy • Ivar

  7. Themes: • The sacrificial role of women • Parental obligations • The unreliability of appearances

  8. Motifs: Symbols: • Nora’s definition of freedom • letters • The Christmas tree • New Year’s day

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