The Handmaid's Tale

Students received The Handmaid's Tale today. They are to read through page 100 by Wednesday. Students also received a list of allusions to analyze in their notes as they read. Gilead Commanders of the Faithful Guardians of the Faith Angels Eyes of the Lord Marthas Handmaids Rachel & Leah Centre Whirlwind/Behemoth/Chariot Loaves & Fishes All Flesh Lilies of the Field Milk and Honey I then gave a presentation on diction and tone. Students were asked to discuss possible adjectives to describe diction and tone regarding specific passages.