Chapters 1-20 Handmaid's Tale

1. The missing chandelier from her room, the window that does not open entirely, the lack of

glass -- what strikes her about her room?

• That there is nothing there of her own.

• It is empty and used, almost like a cage with no escape.

• She also finds a passage hidden in the corner of the cupboard as a sign of hope.

• All of the above

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

2. Serena Joy, the wife of the house, previously had a different occupation. What was Serena

Joy’s occupation?

• She was an author/writer.

• She was a gospel singer

• She was a secretary

• She was a stay-at-home-wife

What question is asked of the two handmaids by the Japanese tourists?

• What made you choose this life?

• Do you miss your old life?

• "Are you happy?"

• Where is the nearest grocery store?

7. Who is/was Luke?

• Her brother

• Her dad

• Her best friend

• Her husband

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Who is Aunt Lydia?

• She is a confidant to the Handmaid's

• She is the "head teacher" to the Handmaids

• She instructs them on their duties, and what they can/can't do

• She helps the Handmaid's and wives get along.