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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 11, where does Offred hope she will wake up?
(a) With Nick.
(b) In the Commander’s house.
(c) With the Commander.
(d) At home.

2. Who was the man in the second part of the Salvaging, according to Ofglen?
(a) A rapist.
(b) A murderer.
(c) A political enemy of the state.
(d) A religious criminal.

3. According to Chapter 9, what does Offred think about what the Commander has done?
(a) She is horrified.
(b) She doesn’t care.
(c) She is scared.
(d) She can use it to her advantage.

4. How did Serena Joy get the photo, according to Offred in Chapter 12?
(a) Through the Wives.
(b) Through the Commander.
(c) Through the Marthas.
(d) Through the Handmaids.

5. What does the Latin phrase really mean?
(a) My name is Alma.
(b) One day, you’ll be free.
(c) Don’t let the bastards get you down.
(d) Keep it up.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Offred think might happen in Chapter 14?

2. What does the Commander offer to Offred in Chapter 10?

3. To what mythical figure does the professor compare Offred?

4. What piece of dinnerware does Offred not get in Chapter 12?

5. Where do Ofglen and Offred go together in Chapter 12?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Offred pray in Chapter 11?

2. How does Offred feel about her participation in the Salvaging?

3. In Chapter 10, what becomes different about Offred’s relationship to Luke, after the changes?

4. What form do Offred's prayers take in Chapter 11?

5. What is the rumor about how Janine got pregnant?

6. What is the condition that Nick sets forth for Offred in Chapter 13?

7. What might Offred expect after being taken?

8. What has happened to former nuns?

9. Describe Janine’s behavior at the Salvaging.

10. Why does Offred think about her age and height in Chapter 9?

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