"The Veldt" Flashcard

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What is the main problem with the Hadley family according to David McClean?

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The parents have given everything to their kids but have forgotten to make sure they have an emotional bond with them.

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Why did George and Lydia think their home was a utopia?

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They thought that they had bought the best home and nursery that money could buy.

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What demonstrates that 'The Veldt' is a dystopian story?

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Wendy and Peter almost 'worship' their technology, especially the nursery.

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Why do the children oppose turning off the nursery?

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They are more connected to the nursery than they are to their parents.

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What does George mean when he says the family is 'going to live'?

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They are going to turn off all their technology and experience life.

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Define 'dystopia'.

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A dystopia is an imagined society that is undesirable or frightening, often characterized by oppressive societal control.

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What role does technology play in 'The Veldt'?

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Technology serves as a substitute for parental care and emotional connection, leading to a dysfunctional family dynamic.

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What is the significance of the nursery in 'The Veldt'?

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The nursery symbolizes the family's reliance on technology and the loss of genuine human relationships.

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How do Wendy and Peter's behaviors reflect their upbringing?

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Their bratty and entitled behaviors reflect the lack of discipline and emotional connection from their parents.

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What is the theme of parental neglect in 'The Veldt'?

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The theme highlights how excessive reliance on technology can lead to emotional detachment between parents and children.