Dystopian Elements
This type of dystopian control is when technology or computers force people to conform.
Technological control
Who is stoned to death at the end of the story?
Tessie
At what age at citizens given the intelligence exam?
12
What year does the story take place?
2081
Citizens in dystopian societies are distrustful of the outside world.
True
This type of dystopian control is where the governments the citizens.
Bureaucratic Control
Name one dystopian element present in "The Lottery".
Conformity, propaganda, fear/violence
Why is Dickie killed at the end of the story?
His intelligence was deemed too high by the government
What are the government rules for the citizens?
Nobody can be better looking than anybody else or stronger, quicker or smarter.
Utopia and Dystopia are the same
False
This type of dystopian control is where citizens are controlled by media and advertising.
Corporate Control
Name one type of conflict present in "The Lottery".
Character vs. Society
Name one type of conflict found in "Examination Day"
Character vs. Society
Character vs. Technology
What are George and Hazel watching on TV when they see Harrison?
Ballet
Utopia is a perfect world with no problems
In dystopian societies people are _______________ (meaning they are treated harshly and have little say).
Oppressed
Who picks for the head of household?
The men
What is the mood of "Examination Day"?
Tense, upsetting, depressing
What does Harrison do when he enters the TV station?
Tries to overthrow the government
Satire uses a lot of metaphors to prove its point.
False (humor)
In dystopian societies everyone must ______________ (act and think the same).
Conform
Describe the tone in the short story.
Anxious, nervous
What is a theme of "Examination Day"?
High intelligence can be viewed as a dangerous thing
What is the theme of Harrison Bergeron?
Equality (The type of equality that people desire).
Verbal irony is when you say one thing but mean the opposite.
True