Study Guide for :Educating Rita by Willy Russell & Comprehension Test

Educating Rita
by Willy Russell
About_
This study guide accompanies the first six chapters of Willy Russell’s play ‘Educating Rita,’ following hairdresser
Rita’s journey through the Open University under the guidance of her disillusioned tutor, Frank. It traces the
growth of their relationship as Rita’s education transforms her sense of self, her marriage, and her place in her
community. Each section includes comprehension questions, an answer key, and critical thinking prompts to
deepen engagement with the text. In total, this study guide contains 78 questions across 6 chapter sections (60
Factual + 18 Critical), 1 Crossword Puzzle (12 clues), and 1 Character Focus Activity.
What’s Included_
This study guide features 6 sets of 10 Factual Questions with an answer key (60 total), 6 sets of 3 Critical Analysis
Questions (18 total), 1 Crossword Puzzle (12 clues), and 1 Character Focus Activity (8 traits + evidence prompt +
critical thinking question).
Target Grades_
Grades 11-12 (AP/College Prep)
Teacher Note_
This guide is designed to save you preparation time while giving students a structured path into a play rich with
themes of class, identity, and self-transformation. The mix of factual recall and open-ended critical questions helps
students build comprehension while also wrestling with the play’s harder questions about education and personal
cost. Enjoy watching your students find their own ‘Rita moment’ of intellectual awakening!