A Doll's House Flashcards
Torvalds derogatory reference to Nora as a
“featherbrain”, characterising women as “little birds [women] that are always wasting money”
exemplifies the prevailing patriarchal attitudes that undermined women’s agency and financial independence.
The infantilizing language directed at Nora in the quote,
“Was little Miss sweet-tooth naughty in town today?”
further underscores the pervasive control exerted over women, relegating them to childlike figures whose actions require male approval.
Torvald’s question to Ms Linde,
“Madam are you a widow”
reflects the societal fixation on women’s marital status as a defining factor in their social standing and worth.
Nora’s courageous confession,
“The person who saved Torvald’s life - it was me,”
challenges societal norms and engenders complex moral considerations surrounding Nora’s intentions and motivations
Dr. Rank’s heartfelt declaration of being at Nora’s
“service, body and soul”
adds further complexity to the narrative, intricately blurring the lines between genuine affection and emotional manipulation within their relationship.
Torvald’s candid admission of a “” permeating the household
“stench of lies and deceit”
continues the incisive gaze on human complexity and unveils the fragility of his steadfast moral views.
Torvald’s descriptions of Nora as his
“delicious capricious little fisher girl- on my arm”
reinforce the image of Nora as a status symbol and accessory for Torvald’s pleasure
By telling Torvald that she has
“existed to perform for him”
she acknowledges that her entire existance has been centred around pleasing Torvald and playing the perfect wife in his eyes
By defiantly declaring to Torvald
“You’re free. We’re both free”
Nora’s journey of self-actualisation and liberation begin to culminates. The usage of the word free encapsulates Nora’s newfound sense of agency and autonomy
