Important Words
What is a utopia?
A utopia is an imagined place or state of things in which everything is perfec
What do the leaders try to do to independent thought?
Information, independent thought, and freedom are restricted by leaders.
How long should the final story be?
At least two pages
(This is not part of the answer, but it is important to know: single-spaced, 12 pt, Garamond font)
What is a dystopia?
A dystopia is an imagined community that is marked by poverty, oppression, violence, pollution, dis-ease, and suffering.
How do normal citizens treat the leaders of dystopian societies?
A leader or concept is worshipped by the citizens of the society.
What app will we use to type the story?
Google Docs
What is propaganda?
Media, books, magazines, etc. that try to control how people in the society think
How does surveillance affect people in dystopian societies?
People feel like they are always being watched.
What should the plot include?
The story has a basic plot structure that includes exposition, conflict, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
What is dialogue?
Dialogue is conversations between characters.
How do citizens in dystopian societies feel about nature and the outside world?
They are afraid of the outside world.
What should the setting include?
It should include details about the place and the time period.
What are some examples of dystopian books or movies?
Answers may vary. A few examples: Hunger Games, The Giver, Animal Farm
How do citizens and leaders feel about individuality?
They think that individuality is bad. Everyone should do the same thing and think the same way.
What should the title of your story be like?
The title must be creative and grab readers’ attention