Introduction to Dystopian Literature

What is a dystopia?

What are the characteristics of a dystopian protagonist?

Watch the clip and explain what dystopian characteristic is displayed in this scene. Explain with a piece of evidence from the video clip.

In the story 'Harrison Bergeron', how has 'equality' been achieved? Use a complete sentence.

In your opinion, what does it mean to be equal? Does being equal mean everyone has to be the same? Create a claim statement (only) to explain what side you chose.

When free from his handicaps, Harrison Bergeron defies the laws of gravity and motion. What do you think the writer is trying to say about the potential of free human beings?

At some schools, advanced classes have been criticized or eliminated because they are considered elitist and unfair. What do you think about this? Create a CER (One claim statement, one piece of evidence, and reasoning).

What is the definition of a claim? (2 of these answers are correct)

• the examples used to support your position

• point or argument being made to support a position

• emotionally based opinion

• logical opinion

______________: information of a biased or misleading nature.

What type of evidence do you use in a science class?

• facts, observations, labs, and studies as your evidence.

• textual evidence in your analysis

• circumstantial and demonstrative evidence

• personal anecdotes and tables