Relationships in Anthem: Cause and Effect, Compare and Contrast

Multiple Choice

Why is understanding cause and effect important when analyzing stories or real-life events?

• It helps identify the sequence of events and their outcomes.

• It makes stories more entertaining.

• It allows us to ignore details.

• It eliminates the need for critical thinking.

Multiple Choice

Understanding compare-and-contrast relationships as we read is important because ...

• It helps to focus only on one character's perspective.

• It makes the analysis more confusing and complicated.

• It eliminates the need to examine themes and symbols.

• It allows for a deeper understanding of similarities and differences, enhancing comprehension.

Match

Match the following signal words with the type of relationship they are used to indicate.

• because, since, therefore

• alike, just as, in the same way

• however, whereas, on the other hand

cause and effect

comparison

contrast

• cause and effect

• comparison

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Equality 7-2521 is born with a curious mind and a desire to learn; therefore, he asks questions and shows intelligence, which is discouraged in his collectivist society. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Because the society assigns jobs rather than letting individuals choose, Equality 7-2521 is assigned to be a Street Sweeper instead of a Scholar, crushing his hopes. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Equality 7-2521 is curious and craves knowledge; however, his role as a Street Sweeper is meant to suppress his individuality and creativity. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Equality 7-2521 discovers a hidden tunnel from the Unmentionable Times.

As a result, he secretly begins to experiment and study there, reigniting his thirst for knowledge. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Both Equality 7-2521 and International 4-8818 are part of the same society and trained in the same way, sharing similar experiences in their upbringing and education.

Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Equality 7-2521 questions the society's rules and seeks knowledge, whereas his peers accept their roles and the doctrine of collectivism without question. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Since Equality 7-2521 feels pride and excitement in learning alone, he begins to realize the joy of thinking independently, which is forbidden in his world. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Like the Council of Vocations, the Council of Elders emphasizes conformity and control over individual thought, representing the oppressive structure of their society. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Just as The Transgressor of the Unspeakable Word challenges societal norms by using the word "I," Equality 7-2521 begins to embrace individuality, ultimately leading to his own rebellion. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast

Multiple Choice

Equality 7-2521 continues his secret experiments and rediscovers electricity. Consequently, he begins to dream of sharing his discovery to benefit mankind. Which type of relationship does this indicate?

• cause and effect

• compare

• contrast