In which way is George different from Hazel?

He has to wear a mental-handicap transmitter.

George thinks government-imposed equality is unfair.

His son, Harrison, rarely crosses his mind.

Competition is a strong desire in George

You can conclude that Harrison most likely decides to escape from jail because he

is angry about the handicaps imposed by the government

can no longer distinguish right from wrong

wants to dance on television with a ballerina

wants to show how many handicaps he must wear because he is above average

In "Harrison Bergeron", which side of the central conflict does the author support?

Harrison's- people should be free to demonstrate their gifts, even if it means inequality for all.

The authorities'- people should be treated as equals in every situation.

George's- he agrees with George's view on competition and the Dark Ages.

How do Harrison's parents react to what takes place on the television show?

They forget what upset them and resume their conversation.

They cry hysterically and call up the H-G men to bury their son.

They shake their heads in disappointment that their son disobeyed them at such cost.

They cheer on Diana Moon Glampers, then faint when they realize her victim was their son.

How is the word "equality" used in "Harrison Bergeron?"

to mean that people are the same in every possible way

to signify our common ground as human beings

to show that race doesn't matter

to mean that class doesn't matter

In what way might "Harrison Bergeron" express a typical teenager's feelings about society?

Society doesn't appreciate their creativity and individuality.

Society forces them to grow up too quickly because of media influence.

Society treats them as equals to adults.

Society expects them to go to work at an early age.

Why was Harrison thrown into jail before the story began?

For suspicion of plotting to overthrow the government

For trying to assasinate the Handicapper General

For attempting to remove his handicaps

For a bomb threat against the Department of Handicaps

How is Harrison's interruption of the ballet put to an end? hint: this is the climax

Harrison and the ballerina are killed.

Harrison and the ballerina finish dancing, then take a bow.

The Handicapper General arrests Harrison and the ballerina at gunpoint.

Harrison shields the ballerina from gunfire, saving her life.

Which of the following would be the best theme statement for "Harrison Bergeron?"

It is not in human nature to be like everyone else.

Being equal is ideal, but a difficult state to attain.

Nobody should try to become equal to anyone else.

People should not try to be equal because it makes life difficult.

Harrison's handicaps, which he sheds, are a symbol of----.

the oppression of a flawed government

his insecurities about his won abilities

his apathetic family and friends

his aptitude making him worthy of his title

What are people with above-average intelligence required to wear by the Handicapper General?

radio transmitters that make loud and uncomfortable sounds

red clown noses to make them look foolish

bags of birdshot to slow them down

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What writing style does the author use to show his perspective on equality?

Parody

Verse

Satire

Comedy

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CCSS.RI.2.6

CCSS.RI.3.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word best describes the mood of the Bergeron household?

subdued

overwhelming

inspiring

restless

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CCSS.RL.K.1

CCSS.SL.K.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Based on the number of handicaps Harrison wears, you can conclude he is ...

the same as everyone else

dangerous to others in society

above average in many ways

glad he doesn’t live at home

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CCSS.RL.K.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Throughout most of the story, you can conclude that George treats Hazel

unfair

gently

rudely

poorly

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CCSS.RL.K.1

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.K.2

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.1.2

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Harrison is in conflict with

his parents

the government

his teachers

a ballerina

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CCSS.RL.K.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

An imaginary place or state in which the condition of life is extremely bad, as from deprivation, oppression, or terror, is

utopia

dystopia

heaven

paradise

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CCSS.RL.K.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does vigilance mean?

alertness

panic

enthusiasm

carelessness

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CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

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Harrison Bergeron

What writing style does the author use to show his perspective on equality?

Which word best describes the mood of the Bergeron household?

Based on the number of handicaps Harrison wears, you can conclude he is ...

Throughout most of the story, you can conclude that George treats Hazel

Harrison is in conflict with

An imaginary place or state in which the condition of life is extremely bad, as from deprivation, oppression, or terror, is

What does vigilance mean?

To synchronize two watches will make them

In which way is George different from Hazel?

You can conclude that Harrison most likely decides to escape from jail because he

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