Harrison Bergeron
Who are George and Hazel?
Harrison's parents
The location and time in which the novel takes place?
Setting
dystopia
a society in the future where thing have gone horribly wrong
______ refers to the 'hidden story' in a larger story.
Allegory
What TWO planets are mentioned in this story?
1. Earth
2. Venus
Why does George have to wear a transmitter in his ear?
Because he is very intelligent and must not be allowed to think clearly
________ refers to the emotional response what the writer want to evoke in reader throughout their story.
Mood
utopia
Literally, 'no place' in Ancient Greek. A place where everything is perfect.
______ refers to an object or idea and represents a larger meaning for the characters or plot of a novel.
Symbol
Why does Margot hate the rain?
She is originally from Earth and unlike the other children, has experienced the sun before.
Why do the ballerinas have to war masks?
Because they are beautiful
______ is the usage of effective and precise language that conveys information not just in a functional way, but also to enlighten the reader
name one social issue
racism, sexism, poverty, mental health issues etc.
Name 3 symbols from your novel:
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2.
3.
How long does is rain for?
How long is the sun out for?
1. 7 years
2. 2 Hours
What is the job of the Handicapper General?
She assigns everyone their handicaps to make everyone 'equal'
How do you support your theme?
Finding textual evidence throughout the novel.
Name the corruption from Harrison Bergeron?
(not control but the effect of it)
Loss of individuality
________ refers to writing that uses vivid description that appeals to a readers' senses to create an image or idea in their head.
Imagery
Where to the children live?
An underground city
What is Handicapper General's name?
Diana Moon Glampers
What is theme?
1. a central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.
2. the message or lesson learned from the novel.
What is bird shot?
small metal pellets used to shoot birds
What three tools does an author use to create mood?
1. Setting
2. Word Choice
3. Imagery
How old was Margot when she last experienced the sun?
4 years old