The Handmaid's Tale

Explain the juxtaposition's purpose of the story of Moira’s attempted escape with her description of the Ceremony.

Chapter 15 of Handmaid's Tale

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The ceremony is all about concessions and indoctrination whereas Moira's escape is about rebellion. The story of Moira’s escape makes her a symbol of rebellion and resistance for the Handmaids. She uses things that are represented in the ceremony to make her escape.