Family & Background
In which state did Tara grow up?
Idaho
Which family member’s violence impacted Tara deeply?
Shawn
What are the names of Tara's parents?
Gene & Faye Westover
Name an event from Educated that shows Tara’s father’s extreme belief that the world is ending
Possible answer:
The family stockpiles supplies
In what state do Tara's grandparents live over the winter months?
Arizona
What religion does Tara's family follow?
Mormonism
What test did Tara have to pass to get into college?
The ACT
Name four of Tara's siblings
Tony, Richard, Shawn, Tyler, Luke, Audrey
Name an event from Educated that shows the family’s distrust of doctors
Possible answers:
Tara's mother treats Luke's severely burned leg at home rather than taking him to a hospital
Tara’s mother treats Shawn’s severe head injury at home instead of taking him to a hospital
What is the name of the mountain nearest to the Westover family home?
Buck's Peak
What was Tara’s mother’s role in the family’s beliefs about medicine?
She prepared herbal remedies and helped treat illnesses
Who helped Tara write her college application?
Tyler
Which of Tara's siblings often challenges the family’s beliefs and encourages Tara’s curiosity about education?
Tyler
Name an event from Educated that shows Tara’s desire for education
Possible answers:
Tara teaching herself advanced math.
Tara applying to college.
Which of her father's lifestyle choices causes Tara to have little formal education?
"Homeschooling"
What kind of work did Tara’s father do to support the family?
Scrap metal recycling and junkyard work
What caused Shawn to get in a motorcycle accident?
He hit a cow
Charles
Name an event from Educated that shows the impact of Father's strict religious beliefs on the family
Possible answers:
The children aren't allowed to attend school
The family's injuries and sickness are treated at home
The family’s lifestyle is shaped by their strong belief in avoiding this type of government document
Birth certificates and IDs
What caused tension between Tara and her father related to her personal choices?
Tara pursuing education
What nickname does Shawn call his girlfriend, Sadie, and then later Tara?
Fish eyes
What mental illness does Tara predict her dad has?
Bipolar disorder
Name an event from Educated that shows Tara’s experience of social isolation
Possible answers:
When she attends dance classes because she cannot wear the costumes
When she attends play rehearsals, she doesn't know how to talk to anybody due to her lack of social skills
Instead of doctors, Tara’s family relies on what type of remedies for health and healing
Herbal and homeopathic