Harrison Bergeron Review

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What year does the short story 'Harrison Bergeron' take place?

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2081

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What is a central theme of 'Harrison Bergeron'?

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Equality is about fairness, not about sameness.

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What is the main effect of the devices used by some characters in 'Harrison Bergeron'?

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They create scattered thoughts.

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What do people with above-average strength have to wear in 'Harrison Bergeron'?

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They are required to wear bags of birdshot to slow them down.

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Why does Harrison Bergeron carry 300 extra pounds of weight?

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He carries it to counteract his strength, as the government tries to limit his abilities.

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What does the government use to enforce equality in 'Harrison Bergeron'?

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They use physical handicaps and mental distractions.

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How does the character Harrison Bergeron rebel against the government's restrictions?

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He removes his handicaps and declares himself emperor.

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What does the term 'handicap' refer to in the context of 'Harrison Bergeron'?

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A handicap is a physical or mental limitation imposed to ensure equality.

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What is the significance of the character George Bergeron in the story?

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He represents the average citizen who complies with the government's mandates.

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How does the story 'Harrison Bergeron' critique the concept of enforced equality?

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It shows that enforced equality can lead to oppression and loss of individuality.