"The Veldt" Flashcard

"The Veldt" Flashcard

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English

9th - 12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why do the children oppose turning off the nursery?

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

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

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define 'dystopia'.

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role does technology play in 'The Veldt'?

Back

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

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