A Handmaid's Tale Trivia Challenge: How Well Do You Know Gilead?

Think you’re an expert on The Handmaid’s Tale? Test your knowledge with this 15-question quiz that starts easy and gets progressively more challenging. Let’s see if you can survive Gilead’s toughest trivia!

A Handmaid's Tale Trivia Challenge: How Well Do You Know Gilead?

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Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale and its acclaimed television adaptation have captivated audiences with their dystopian depiction of Gilead—a society marked by oppression, resilience, and resistance. Set in a world where women’s rights have been stripped away, this tale explores power dynamics, human survival, and the fight for freedom.

The story of Offred and the other Handmaids is a harrowing journey filled with symbolism, shocking twists, and unforgettable characters. Whether you’re a fan of the novel, the series, or both, this quiz will put your knowledge of Gilead and its intricacies to the test. From basic facts to nuanced details, it’s time to see how well you know The Handmaid’s Tale.

Who is the main character of The Handmaid’s Tale?
Serena JoyMoiraOffredAunt Lydia
What color do the Handmaids wear?
GreenWhiteBlueRed
What is the name of the oppressive regime in the story?
GileadRepublic of VirtuePanemOceania
What phrase do the Handmaids use to greet each other?
“Peace be with you.”“Praise be.”“Blessed be the fruit.”“May the Lord guide you.”
What is the primary role of the Handmaids in Gilead?
To enforce lawsTo serve in the militaryTo cook and cleanTo bear children
Who is the Commander that Offred serves under in the first season?
Commander Fred WaterfordCommander Joseph LawrenceCommander Nick BlaineCommander Warren Putnam
What color do the Wives of Gilead wear?
TealWhitePurpleRed
What is the name of Offred’s rebellious friend from before Gilead?
JanineAlmaEmilyMoira
What is the punishment for a Handmaid who disobeys Gilead’s laws?
House arrestExecution or maimingFinesPublic shaming
What is the name of the underground resistance?
The Underground RailroadThe NetworkMaydayThe Red Center
Which actress portrays Serena Joy in "The Handmaid's Tale" TV series?
Madeline BrewerElizabeth MossFaye DunawayYvonne Strahovski
What is the Handmaids’ training center called?
The Commandment HallThe Red CenterRachel and Leah SchoolThe Blue Haven
What is the meaning of the phrase “Nolite te bastardes carborundorum”?
“Praise be to the strong.”“Through pain, there is strength.”“Don’t let the bastards grind you down.”“Suffering leads to salvation.”
What is the name of the area where women are sent if they are deemed unfit for society?
Jezebel’sThe ColoniesThe UndesirablesThe Outlands
What historical event is referenced as Gilead’s justification for its rise to power?
Declining fertility ratesEconomic collapseReligious warsPolitical corruption

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