Characterization
How is George characterized?
Intelligent, handicapped, more advanced than Hazel
What is the biggest conflict that George faces in the story?
Man vs "man" - George vs his handicap device/ inability to think to his full potential
What is ironic about the Bergeron's society and the way they achieve equality?
Equality is achieved by bringing everyone down rather than lifting them up.
wince
To make a face or move slightly because of pain or something unpleasant
How is Hazel characterized?
Less intelligent than George (average intelligence), limited attention span, does not remember her son
What is the biggest conflict that Hazel faces in the story?
Man vs self - Hazel vs her limited memory
Hazel forgets that Harrison was killed right after it happens. Which type of irony is this an example of?
Situational irony
neutralizing
Stopping something from having an effect; making it harmless or ineffective
What is the primary difference between George and Hazel?
George has to wear a mental radio transmitter handicap, while Hazel does not.
Diana Moon Glampers shooting Harrison is the resolution of which conflict?
Man vs man - Diana/ the government vs George
Why is it ironic that Hazel thinks she would make a good Handicapper General?
She believes she is smart but in reality she has very limited memory and imagination.
vigilance
Carefully watching for danger or trouble; being alert or attentive
Which character is characterized as wanting a desire for power and control?
Harrison
What is the biggest conflict that Harrison faces in the story? Identify type and explain.
Man vs. self - wanting to express individuality but is forced to accept the rules of equality that the government has imposed
What is ironic about the following quote: “Hazel had a perfectly average intelligence, which meant she couldn’t think about anything except in short bursts.”
Average intelligence is a limitation rather than normal in their society.
consternation
A strong feeling of worry or fear that makes it hard to know what to do