Anthem Flashcard: Ch 1 and 2

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What is the Transgression of Preference?

Back

The crime of preferring one thing over another.

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What is the Great Rebirth in the context of Anthem?

Back

The time that this society was restructured into what it is now.

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Where do children in Anthem live until they are 5 years old?

Back

The Home of the Infants.

Front

Do children in this society ever get to know their birth parents?

Back

No.

Front

Why was the Saint at the Pyre executed?

Back

He said the Unspeakable word.

Front

What does the term 'Unspeakable word' refer to in Anthem?

Back

A word that represents individualism and is forbidden in the society.

Front

What is the significance of the Home of the Infants in Anthem?

Back

It is where children are raised collectively without knowledge of their parents.

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How does the society in Anthem view individualism?

Back

Individualism is seen as a crime and is strictly prohibited.

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What role does the concept of 'we' play in Anthem's society?

Back

It emphasizes collectivism and the denial of personal identity.

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What is the punishment for expressing individual thoughts in Anthem?

Back

Severe punishment, including execution.