Harrison Bergeron

Why does Hazel not have a mental handicap?

• She's too intelligent
• She is a strong woman
• She's not very intelligent (average)
• She is going to be Handicapper General

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At the end of the story, who witnesses and then forgets the death of Harrison?

• George
• Hazel
• DMG
• Harrison

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What does the dance with the ballerina at the end symbolize?

• Obedience
• Destruction
• Chaos
• Freedom

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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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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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Harrison is in conflict with

• his parents
• the government
• his teachers
• a ballerina

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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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What is wrong with the news announcer that he is unable to give the broadcasting?

• He has a speech impediment

• He's not smart enough to read

• The television line goes out

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In which way is George different from Hazel?

• George thinks government-imposed equality is fair.
• His son, Harrison, rarely crosses his mind.
• He has to wear a mental-handicap.
• Competition is a strong desire in George.

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Why does Hazel suggest to George that he lighten the bag of birdshot that is padlocked around his neck?

• She is concerned that he is looking worn out and tired.
• She knows that he has been having trouble sleeping lately.
• She thinks he could use a break from the loud noise.
• She misses the way he used to embrace her.

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