Learn English meaning of ‘the handmaid's tale’
Date: Sep 22 2017
Themes: Celebrity, Pop Culture
Intro
The Handmaid’s Tale is now a popular TV show. It is based on a dystopian novel by Margaret Atwood. The writer imagined a future where most women are not fertile. The women who are fertile are called handmaids. After a revolution, the totalitarian government controls the handmaids’ lives just like Big Brother. Some say the story is close to home and is very similar to the world right now.
Vocab
Example The U.S. went through a cultural revolution in the 60s where everyone was inspired to act differently.
Example The movie made me cry because it was very close to home. It reminded me of my life.
Quiz
Discussion
What does a dystopian future look like to you? Can you relate to The Handmaid’s Tale?