Reading: Chapters 2-13
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Reading: Chapters 2-13
Gender Roles in Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale
The Hierarchy in Gilead
Read chapters 2-13. Write at least two diary entries in your reading diary.
Task 8
Then do the following task: In Gilead, people are categorised and divided into functions in society (especially women). Copy the following table into a Word document. While reading (or after reading), fill in the table and record details of these functions. Leave room to add to your table as you read through the rest of the novel.
| Character group | Colour-code + clothing | Details of function in society/ lifestyle/ status etc. | Characters | Noteworthy quotes (page numbers!) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handmaids | ||||
| Angels | ||||
| Aunts | ||||
| Wives | ||||
| Marthas | ||||
| Econowives | ||||
| Daughters | ||||
| Unwomen | ||||
| Commanders | ||||
| Eyes | ||||
| Guardians |
Important
From now on, add to this table whenever you come across a new social group or new information.
