The Handmaid's Tale - Chapters 7–12 Quiz

What does Offred remember about Aunt Lydia's criticism of sunbathing?

Question Answer Choices Aunt Lydia called it a dangerous activity. Aunt Lydia called it a waste of time. Aunt Lydia called it a sinful act. Aunt Lydia called it unacceptable for young women to cover themselves in oil like a roasted piece of meat.

What does Offred recall about Aunt Lydia's comments on men?

Question Answer Choices Aunt Lydia said men are naturally kind. Aunt Lydia said men are easily manipulated. Aunt Lydia said men are always honest. Aunt Lydia said men can't help their sexual nature.

What does Offred remember about the Econowives' funeral procession?

Question Answer Choices One of them carries a piece of black cloth. One of them carries a white flower. One of them carries a small coffin. One of them carries a black jar containing a deceased embryo from a stillbirth.

What does Offred remember about Aunt Lydia's lesson on Wives and Handmaids?

Question Answer Choices Wives will always be kind to Handmaids. Handmaids will feel superior to Wives. Handmaids will be in charge of the Wives. Wives will feel animosity towards Handmaids because Wives are infertile while Handmaids can have children.

What does Offred remember about her mother's protest?

Question Answer Choices Women tossed pornographic magazines into a bonfire. Women marched with signs. Women burned their bras. Women chained themselves to a building.

What does Offred remember about Serena Joy's past?

Question Answer Choices Serena Joy was once a famous doctor. Serena Joy was once a famous actress. Serena Joy was once a famous athlete. Serena Joy was once a famous woman who gave speeches advocating for women to stay in the home.

What does Offred find in the closet of her room?

Question Answer Choices An inscription scratched into the floor. A torn piece of a photograph. A hidden stash of letters. A small, locked box.

What does the doctor suggest to Offred during her visit?

Question Answer Choices He can get her better food. He can help her become pregnant. He can hide her from the authorities. He can help her escape.

What does Offred remember about her daughter?

Question Answer Choices Her daughter was sent to a boarding school. Her daughter was taken from her. Her daughter ran away. Her daughter was adopted.

What does Offred see on the Wall during a shopping trip?

Question Answer Choices Three new bodies. A warning sign. A group of guards. A large mural.