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This passage is from the opening scene of a play set in Norway and written in the late 1800s. As the passage begins, Torvald Helmer is speaking to
his wife, Nora.
from A Doll's House
Helmer. You are an odd little soul. Very like your father. You always find some new way of wheedling money out of me, and, as soon as
you have got it, it seems to melt in your hands. You never know where it has gone. Still, one must take you as you are. It is in the blood; for indeed
it is true that you can inherit these things. Nora.
Nora. Ah, I wish I had inherited many of papa's qualities.
Helmer. And I would not wish you to be anything but just what you are my sweet little skylark. But, do you know, it strikes me that you are
How does the dialogue help the reader understand the characters Torvald and Nora?
01. The stern and indifferent way in which Torvald and Nora address each other shows that there is a lack of tenderness between the
two characters.
02. The highly descriptive language in the dialogue allows the reader to picture Torvald's and Nora's actions on stage as well as what
Torvald and Nora look like.
3. The lengthy and condescending statements Torvald makes contrast with Nora's short, deferential responses, helping to establish the
dynamics of their relationship.
4. The dialogue begins with Torvald scolding Nora for spending money, indicating that Torvald and Nora's relationship is strained
because they are struggling with financial difficulties.
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