How does the conflict in the text best connect to the views of society in the late 1800s?

The conflict between Nora and Helmer shows how men and women could not agree on issues or successfully work together to solve important problems.

The conflict between Nora and Helmer shows how gender roles were defined, as Helmer has complete control over everything, including what the couple discusses

The conflict between Nora and Helmer shows how men attempted to limit women's economic freedoms, causing Nora to lie about how she obtained money.

The conflict between Nora and Helmer shows how women who ended marriages had no rights, leading Nora to have to hide her true feelings in order to stay married.

The correct answer is "The conflict between Nora and Helmer shows how gender roles were defined, as Helmer has complete control over everything, including what the couple discusses".

Explanation: In "A Doll's House" by Henrik Ibsen, one of the major themes is the roles of women in the late 1800s. Nora's husband, Helmer, constantly patronizes and condesends Nora, and refers to her as a "silly girl" but she is merely fulfilling a role that society expects of her.

The conflict between Nora and Helmer shows how gender roles were defined, as Helmer has complete control over everything, including what the couple discusses.

Explanation:

Henrik Ibsen's realist play "A Doll's House" shows the society of that time where the roles of men and women were still confined to their respective spheres. Men were to work in offices and be the head of the family while the women were expected to stay at home and manage the house, managing the household affairs.

The different conflicts in the play, like for instance Act I where Torvald kept on questioning Nora about her actions, her spending and even when he should be disturbed all shows how much of the roles were solidified. The gender roles were already defined, thus making the man the authority over the household and even about what the couple will talk about.