Intro. to Dystopian Fiction

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What are common characteristics of a dystopia?

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Oppressive government control, limited personal freedoms, propaganda, surveillance, social inequality, and a bleak or dehumanized society.

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Name one theme commonly found in dystopian novels.

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Oppression.

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How does technology play a role in dystopias?

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Technology is used for control and surveillance, leading to loss of freedoms and dehumanization.

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What is the purpose of a dystopian society in literature?

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To serve as a cautionary tale or critique of current society and its potential future consequences.

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What are the consequences of living in a dystopian world?

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Loss of freedom, oppression, scarcity of resources, constant surveillance, and a lack of basic human rights.

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Define dystopian fiction.

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A genre of literature that explores social and political structures in a dark, nightmare world.

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What is a common setting in dystopian fiction?

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A future society characterized by oppressive control and dehumanization.

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How do protagonists typically behave in dystopian novels?

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They often resist the oppressive systems and seek freedom or truth.

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What role does propaganda play in dystopian societies?

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It is used to manipulate and control the population's beliefs and behaviors.

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What is the significance of surveillance in dystopian fiction?

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It represents the loss of privacy and the extent of government control.