Torvald Helmer is considered an antagonist in the play, and he is also a man with strict morals. Is Torvald Helmer a controlling sexist OR is he merely a man trying to live within the rules and norms of his own society? Choose your interpretation of Helmer. Explain using details from the play. Your thesis should directly answer the question in the prompt. Suggested organization1: 

BP1: One way Torvald is a controlling sexist/a man living within the norms of society

BP2: Another way Torvald is a controlling sexist/a man living within the norms of society

BP3: A third way Torvald is a controlling sexist/a man living within the norms of society OR a counterargument Etc.

Suggested organization2: 

BP1: Ways Torvald is a controlling sexist/a man living within the norms of society in Act I 

BP2: Ways Torvald is a controlling sexist/a man living within the norms of society in Act II 

BP3: Ways Torvald is a controlling sexist/a man living within the norms of society in Act III Dolls house story

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Suggested Organization 1 Thesis Torvald Helmer in Henrik Ibsens play A Dolls House can be interpreted as both a controlling sexist and a man trying to live within the rules and norms of his own societ... View the full answer