"Harrison Bergeron" Review

Which statement best expresses the theme of "Harrison Bergeron"?

• Forcing uniformity on people doesn't result in equality, but rather causes conflict and unhappiness.

• Attempting to achieve complete equality will only result in widespread dissatisfaction and lack of creativity.

• The government should encourage everyone to hide their differences in order to have a more peaceful and equal society.

• People don't realize how important individuality is until they have what makes them different taken away.

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How does Harrison’s removal of his handicaps develop the plot of the story?

• Harrison inspires people to rebel against the government.

• Harrison makes his parents proud that he stood up for what is right.

• Harrison briefly shows people what is possible without handicaps.

• Harrison’s violent outburst makes the audience believe that handicaps are good.

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How do the different handicaps contribute to the theme of "Harrison Bergeron"?

• They illustrate how much must be done to make the most unique and talented individuals conform.

• They stress how the work towards achieving total equality won't be easy or pleasant.

• They emphasize how the most ordinary people are often the most valued in a society.

• They show how being unique can be dangerous to yourself and the people around you.

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Why did Harrison show up at the ballet while it was live?

• To get famous

• To scare people

• For his parents to see him on tv

• To expose the government

• To open the eyes of the public

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What earns a person a handy cap? (headphones or weights)

• Being below average inteligence

• Being strong

• Being smart

• Being lazy

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What did the noises from George's headphones do?

• They help him think

• They play music

• They are comfortable

• They stop him from thinking intelligently

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Why do ballerinas wear masks?

• To hide their identitys

• To hide their ugly faces

• to hide their beauty

• Its part of their costume

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After news of his death, Harrison's parents...

• had no recollection 
• mourned his death
• rebelled against the government 
• Hazel shoots Diana Glampers 

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In what year did Harrison Bergeron take place?

• 2018

• 2081

• 2422

• 1931

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What does the government in the story emphasize above all else?

• equality

• control over the population

• personal success

• money

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