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Essential Question: How does Margaret Atwood use language as both a tool of control and resistance in The Handmaid’s Tale?

This GCSE and A-Level English Literature lesson (Chapters 27-29) examines the role of linguistic manipulation, propaganda, and storytelling as rebellion in Atwood’s dystopian novel. Students will explore key quotes, media bias, political rhetoric, and corporate jargon to understand how language shapes power structures in both fiction and reality.

Lesson Includes:

• Full presentation with structured activities
• Quote analysis task on Offred’s narration and resistance including handout
• Real-world case studies on euphemistic language in media, politics, and business
• Analytical writing task with guided prompts

Perfect for The Handmaid’s Tale exam preparation, essay writing, and class discussions on dystopian literature, propaganda, and narrative voice.

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