Henrik Ibsen wasn't the only Norwegian to leave their homeland in the 1800s. From 1815 to 1915, countless Norwegians emigrated to the United States. Investigate the history behind this large-scale migration and contrast Ibsen's reasons for departing with those of the many Norwegians who moved to America.

Charles Darwin's theories on evolution sparked a heated debate between evolutionists and creationists that persists in some regions today. Research a historical case, either legal or otherwise, that highlights this conflict. Then, write a brief script for a modern-day court television episode where the two sides present their arguments before a judge.

The character Brand is often considered a religious zealot. Select another religious group or cult from history that has been labeled as fanatical, and research its doctrines. From the perspective of one of its members, compose a newspaper editorial discussing the types of conflicts or persecutions faced by the group, using your research to support your claims.

Ibsen was part of a faction that strongly supported maintaining alliances with other Scandinavian nations in matters of war and foreign policy. Identify another Scandinavian who shared this belief, and research how they advocated for this unity. Write a journal entry from their viewpoint, describing the challenges faced by Scandinavians who held this belief.

Examine Norway's decision not to support Denmark and compare it to the political stance of Norway, Denmark, and other Scandinavian countries during World War II, when Nazi Germany was at war with much of Europe. How did the actions of these Scandinavian nations impact the war's outcome? If their influence was minimal, discuss potential ways they could have made a difference.