Dystopian Literature Assessment - 9th Grade

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Characteristic of a dystopian society?

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Government control and oppression

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Who is the protagonist in a dystopian story?

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The hero or central character

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What is a prevalent symbol often seen in dystopian literature?

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A broken clock symbolizing a broken society

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a dystopian protagonist?

• Resilience and determination
• A desire to conform to societal norms
• Rebellion against the dystopian society
• A sense of self-awareness

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A desire to conform to societal norms

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What is a common conflict in dystopian literature?

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The struggle for survival and freedom

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What is a common characteristic of setting in dystopian literature?

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A decaying and oppressive society

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Key element of a dystopian society?

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Surveillance and loss of privacy

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In dystopian literature, what is the purpose of the protagonist's journey?

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To overthrow the dystopian society

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What is a common consequence of defying the dystopian society in literature?

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The protagonist faces punishment and persecution

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What role does fear play in dystopian literature?

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It motivates characters to rebel against the society