Educated

Questions and Answers

Why does Tara start imagining that the house being attacked by federal agents actually took place?

Because her father tells her a vivid story about it (correct)

Because she sees federal agents attacking the house

Because she hears about it from her friends

Because she reads about it in a book

Where does Tara grow up?

In a coastal village

In a city surrounded by mountains

In a small town near a river

On an isolated farm at the base of Buck's Peak (correct)

Why does Tara's father not allow his children to attend school?

Because he is deeply religious and suspicious of the government (correct)

Because the school is too far away from their farm

Because he believes education is unnecessary

Because he wants his children to work on the farm

Why does Tara's family stockpile food, supplies, and weapons?

<p>In fear of an impending attack from the Feds</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who offers to take Tara away?

<p>Her grandmother</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tara's Imagination of the Attack

Tara begins to imagine that federal agents attacked their home due to her intense fear and paranoia cultivated by her father's extreme beliefs and conspiracy theories.
This imagined event reflects Tara's struggle with her upbringing and the reality of her family's isolationistic lifestyle.

Tara's Upbringing

Tara grows up in rural Idaho, in a family that adheres strictly to survivalist principles, away from societal norms and institutions.

Education Restrictions

Tara's father prohibits his children from attending school, believing that public education is part of a government conspiracy against their family and a threat to their independence and safety.

Stockpiling Reasons

Tara's family stockpiles food, supplies, and weapons as part of their survivalist philosophy, driven by a belief in impending societal collapse and the necessity of self-sufficiency.

Offer for Escape

An individual, often seen as a symbol of the outside world, offers to take Tara away, reflecting her desire for a different life and potential escape from her restrictive upbringing.

Description

Test your knowledge of Tara Westover's memoir 'Educated' with this quiz! Explore the themes of memory, family, and imagination as you dive into the compelling story of Tara's upbringing on an isolated farm. Challenge yourself with questions about her father's stories, the impact on Tara's perception, and the journey towards education and self-discovery. How well do you remember 'Educated'?