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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Offred feel towards Nick, as stated in Chapter 11?

2. What does Cora think has happened when she sees Offred on the floor in Chapter 10?

3. What tone does Offred read into the message on her wall in Chapter 9?

4. Where did Offred store her documentation?

5. According to Chapter 15, in which state was Offred most likely located?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What happened to Luke, according to the professor?

4. Why does Offred pray in Chapter 11?

5. What is the most likely explanation for the Wife’s presence in the Salvaging?

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

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

8. Why is Ofglen’s question about Soul Scrolls subversive?

9. How does the professor describe Nick’s role?

10. How does Offred characterize the spring, particularly May?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In his speech at the end of the book, the professor gives several real-world links to Gilead. What contemporary society or issues do you see mirrored in Gilead? Take one real-life example and compare and contrast it with the society in the book.

Essay Topic 2

Gilead might seem to be a cold and terrifying society at first glance. Explore the basis of this society. What came before, and what were the factors that caused Gilead to arise? How has it organized itself, and for what reasons?

Essay Topic 3

Offred finds comfort, and eventually salvation, through her relationship with Nick. How is Nick characterized? Why is he important? Compare/contrast him with the character of Luke.

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