A Doll's House Questions on Irony

A Doll's House

Examples of irony in "A Doll's House" include Nora's initial perception of her marriage as happy and secure, while it is actually based on deception and control. Additionally, Torvald's belief in his...

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"A Doll's House" employs various literary devices, including irony, similes, foreshadowing, symbolism, and paradox. Irony is evident in Torvald's inability to "take everything upon himself," while...

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In "A Doll's House," Torvald reacts to Nora's departure with disbelief, anger, and confusion, unable to comprehend her need for self-discovery beyond her roles as wife and mother. His reaction is...

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Torvald’s accusation that Nora has played with him “like a puppet” is ironic because he has consistently treated her like a plaything. He claims that his anger stems from her having lied to him....

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Krogstad's crime is ironic because it is the same crime committed by Nora Helmer. His forgery was found out, however, and so he has been punished by society for his wrongdoing. He is judged quite...

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Nora's assistance to Mrs. Linde in obtaining a bank job is ironic because it inadvertently jeopardizes her own situation. By securing Mrs. Linde's position, Nora causes Krogstad to be fired,...

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