Henrik Ibsen: A Doll House (Nora) ; Anton Chekhov: A Proposal (Natasha)

In these works, the role of women is greatly expanded, as women assume major roles in the plot of each drama. How do women figure prominently into these works? Choose two examples to discuss (compare/contrast).
Henrik Ibsen: A Doll House (Nora)
Anton Chekhov: A Proposal (Natasha)