English Literature. Flashcards
What is the setting of “The Handmaid’s Tale”
The Republic of Gilead, a dystopian society with a totalitarian regime where women’s rights are severely restricted.
What is Offred’s role in the society of Gilead?
She is a Handmaid, whose primary function is to bear children for the ruling class.
How does Offred’s relationship with the Commander evolve?
The Commander begins secretly meeting with Offred, offering her forbidden privileges, complicating her position.
How does Offred’s relationship with Nick develop?
Offred becomes romantically involved with Nick, which is arranged by Serena Joy, and it becomes a key part of her involvement in the resistance.
What major event happens in the climax of “The Handmaid’s Tale”?
Offred’s relationship with the Commander and Nick intensifies, leading to increased danger as her situation becomes more precarious.
How does “The Handmaid’s Tale” end?
Offred is taken away by men who might be part of the resistance or Gilead’s secret police, leaving her fate uncertain.
What is the setting of “A Doll’s House”?
The play is set in the Helmers’ home in a Norwegian town during the late 19th century.
What secret is Nora keeping in “A Doll’s House”?
Nora secretly borrowed money by forging her father’s signature to save Torvald’s life.
What triggers the climax in “A Doll’s House”?
Torvald reads Krogstad’s letter and discovers Nora’s forgery, leading to a confrontation where he prioritizes his reputation over Nora.
How does “A Doll’s House” end?
Nora leaves Torvald and her children to find her independence, realizing that her marriage was based on a facade.
What happens to Laura in “Goblin Market” after she eats the goblin fruit?
What happens to Laura in “Goblin Market” after she eats the goblin fruit?
What does the speaker ask for in “Remember”? (Poetry)
The speaker asks her beloved to remember her after death but later says it’s better to forget and be happy than to remember and be sad.
What is the central theme of “Winter: My Secret”?
The poem explores themes of concealment and ambiguity, with the speaker teasing the reader about a secret she refuses to reveal.
