Question

Which word in this excerpt from act 1 of Henrik Ibsen's A Doll's House reflects the theme of obedience and control?

choices:
forbidden,
dearly,
shocking,
da*ned

Answer 1

A). Forbidden.

Step-by-step explanation:

As per the question, the word 'forbidden' in this excerpt from act I of "A Doll's House" by Henrik Ibsen mirrors the central idea(theme) of 'obedience and control' in the play as it implies 'something that is not allowed or permitted' that requires discipline(control) and compliance to follow/obey the command.

In the play, Nora was restricted(forbidden) to consume macaroons that is reflective of Torvald's authority and control over her that eventually leads to the development of the conflict in Nora's mind and that elicits a constant clash in her inner self to choose between her desires and the authority. Thus, option A is the correct answer.

Answer 2

The word from this this excerpt from act 1 of Henrik Ibsen's "A Doll's House" that reflects the theme of obedience and control is "FORBIDDEN".

The fact that Torvald has forbbiden Nora to eat macaroons makes evident the power he has over her. He also controls what she can and cannot eat. Throught the passage we can perceive how Nora struggles between give in to her desire to eat and the fear Torvald causes her.