Error Correction Worksheet: The Handmaid's Tale - Offred
English
Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet focuses on error correction and analysis related to Offred's character in The Handmaid's Tale. Students will review a summary and identify literary techniques, errors, and craft their own responses.
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Error Correction Worksheet: The Handmaid's Tale - Offred
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In Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale, Offred navigates a dystopian society where women are strictly controlled. During a quiet moment, Offred reflects on her loss of freedom and her memories of life before Gilead. She notices a small phrase written on the wall: 'Nolite te bastardes carborundorum,' which she interprets as a secret message of resistance. The novel explores themes of oppression, identity, and rebellion through Offred's perspective. Her narration employs subtle irony and introspection, revealing her inner conflict and resilience. Students should pay attention to her language choices, tone, and the occasional symbolic phrases that hint at larger themes.
1.
What is the significance of the phrase 'Nolite te bastardes carborundorum' in the context of Offred's experience?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one literary technique Offred uses in her narration as described in the summary.
[2 marks]3.
Describe how the theme of oppression is conveyed through Offred's reflections.
[4 marks]4.
Identify a potential language error in the phrase: 'a society where women are strictly controlled.' Is this consistent with standard US English?
Aa) No, it should be 'strictly controls'.
Bb) Yes, it is correct as written.
Cc) No, it should be 'strict control'.
Dd) Yes, but it needs a comma after 'society'.
5.
Find and correct the grammatical mistake in the sentence: 'She notices a small phrase written on the wall.'
[2 marks]6.
Explain how symbolism is used in the phrase 'Nolite te bastardes carborundorum' based on the context provided.
[4 marks]7.
Analyze the tone of Offred's narration as described in the context. How does it influence the reader's understanding?
[4 marks]8.
Based on the summary, what is a key theme explored through Offred's perspective?
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- 12/31/2025
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