Worksheet on The Handmaid's Tale: Religion & Control
English
Grade 8
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A worksheet covering The Handmaid's Tale with a focus on themes of religion and control for Grade 8 students, emphasizing comprehension and analysis within modern fiction.
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Worksheet on The Handmaid's Tale: Religion & Control
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Scene Summary and Context
In Margaret Atwood's novel, The Handmaid's Tale, the story is set in the dystopian nation of Gilead, where a theocratic regime exerts strict control over women’s lives, often justified through religious doctrine. The scene described reflects the regime’s pervasive influence, showcasing ritualized ceremonies and the suppression of individual freedoms. The protagonist, Offred, navigates a society where religion is used as a tool of power, controlling not only beliefs but also behaviors and social hierarchy. The narrative explores how religious rhetoric can be manipulated to serve authoritarian purposes, raising questions about the intersection of faith, power, and human rights. Key phrases like 'blessed be the fruit' and 'under his eye' exemplify how religious language is embedded in daily life, reinforcing the regime’s authority. Understanding this scene provides insight into the novel’s critique of the use of religion to justify oppression and control in modern society.
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What is the primary setting of the scene described, and how does it reflect the novel's themes?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one phrase from the summary that exemplifies the use of religious language in daily life in Gilead.
[2 marks]3.
How does the regime justify the control over women’s lives using religion?
[3 marks]4.
Explain the significance of the repeated phrases 'blessed be the fruit' and 'under his eye' in the context of societal control.
[3 marks]5.
Identify and explain one literary technique used in the summary to emphasize the novel’s critique of religious control.
[3 marks]6.
Describe how Atwood’s depiction of Gilead's society warns readers about potential dangers in real-world societies.
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Analyze how the use of religious phrases in the summary enhances the theme of societal control.
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From the summary, identify one example of symbolism and explain its significance.
[3 marks]9.
Create a brief paragraph analyzing how Atwood's portrayal of religious control in Gilead serves as a critique of modern society.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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