Dystopian Genre
What novel are we reading and who is the author?
The Giver, Lois Lowry
Utopia
a perfect world where everything is good and fair.
Apprehensive (to be)
(to be) nervous or worried about something that might happen.
Adherence
following the rules or sticking to instructions.
a world or society that is bad, unfair, or frightening
Give an example of surveillance
People are watched, monitored, and threatened with surveillance in dystopian settings. Surveillance efforts create fear and maintain control.
Surveillance
watching people closely, often by the government.
Intrigued (to be)
(to be) very interested or curious.
Transgression
breaking a rule or law.
Conformity
acting the same as everyone else to fit in.
Name three elements of dystopian literature
Control, Loss of Freedom, Restriction of Information, Surveillance, Fear, Dehumanization, Technology, Loss of Individuality, Propaganda, Division and Exclusion, and Illusion of Utopia
Dehumanization
treating people as if they are less than or not human.
(to be) Distraught
(to be) deeply upset or worried.
Remorse
deep regret or guilt for something wrong you did.
(You feel remorse).
Brainwashing
forcing someone to accept certain beliefs or ideas.
Dystopias often feature futuristic technology that is used to control monitor, and/or dehumanize individuals. (In dystopian sci-fi, this can also be futuristic science).
Censorship
controlling or blocking information, books, or ideas.
Awed
amazed or filled with wonder.
(you feel awe)
Ritual
a repeated ceremony, activity, or tradition done in a special way.
Totalitarian
a government where one leader or group has total control.
Define corruption and give an example.
having or showing a willingness to act dishonestly in return for money or personal gain.
Ex. "crooked cop" "dirty politician" "shady CEO"
Propaganda
information used to make people believe something, often biased or one-sided.
Defiant
refusing to obey, showing resistance.
Ironic
when something happens that is the opposite of what you expect.
Paradox
something that seems like a contradiction but may be true (e.g., “less is more”).