Study Guide to The Testaments by Margaret Atwood

Want to get the most out of your reading of "The Testaments" by Margaret Atwood? This comprehensive guide supports reflective reading and is ideal for both individual readers and reading groups/classes. The critical analysis brings together a range of opinion on the text and offers a consistent reading.
It includes:
1. Preface and Introduction;
2. Detailed critical analysis for readers including: an annotated list of characters, narrative voice, historical context, genre, themes, symbols, etc.;
3. Each chapter is accompanied by helpful explanatory notes; guiding questions that encourage readers to a deeper understanding of the background, themes, and characters of the text; and a detailed commentary. The questions are designed to stimulate thought, discussion and interpretation, and can be used for self-study, homework, group discussion in class, jigsaw groups, formal presentations, written answers, etc.;
4. Post-reading questions and stimulating excerpts from reviews for discussion;
5. Ideas for group discussion, feedback, and presentation;
6. Definitions of key literary terms and a literary terms activity;
7. Two graphic organizers to help readers and students understand the novel;
8. Full bibliography and suggestions for further reading.