Powering Through Prose: Margaret Atwood, Hag-Seed - Theme of The Role Of Women Part 1

The video explores the theme of women's roles in Margaret Atwood's novel 'Hag-Seed'. It analyzes two female characters, Maude and Ghost Miranda, highlighting their significance and the respect they command from the protagonist, Felix. The lesson also delves into the historical context of women's rights, referencing Mary Wollstonecraft and Atwood's views on gender equality. Through character analysis, the video examines how Atwood portrays women with agency and the impact of treating them as equals. The lesson concludes with a recap and a preview of the next session focusing on Anne Marie Greenland.

What overarching theme is explored in Margaret Atwood's novel 'Hag-Seed'?

• The significance of nature

• The role of women

• The role of technology

• The impact of war

Which historical figure is mentioned in relation to the theme of women's rights?

• Virginia Woolf

• Simone de Beauvoir

• Mary Wollstonecraft

• Susan B. Anthony

How does Atwood depict Maude's character in 'Hag-Seed'?

• As a humorous and carefree individual

• As a gentle and submissive woman

• As a tough and assertive matriarch

• As a mysterious and elusive figure

What type of imagery is used to depict Maude's physical strength?

• Auditory imagery

• Olfactory imagery

• Tactile imagery

• Gustatory imagery

What is the significance of Ghost Miranda in Felix's life?

• She represents his hope for the future

• She is a symbol of his past failures

• She is a reminder of his lost daughter

• She provides him with financial support

What literary technique does Atwood use to reveal Felix's thoughts about Miranda?

• Stream of consciousness

• Epistolary format

• First-person narration

• Free indirect discourse

What realization does Felix come to regarding his daughter in the novel's epilogue?

• He needs to let go of his control over her

• He should have been stricter with her

• He needs to find a new job

• He should have moved to a different city