CSA 4 Review

Which of the following best describes Equality 7-2521's curse?

• Equality’s curse is that he allows himself to think forbidden thoughts, and question things he shouldn’t.

• Equality’s curse is that he loves to sing and often gets in trouble for it.

• Equality’s curse is that he is taller and smarter than everyone else.

• Equality’s curse is that he was with a physical defect and cannot work as well as he should.

What is the significance of the following passage from the end of Chapter 1?

“And yet there is no shame in us and no regret. We say to ourselves that we are a wretch and a traitor. But we feel no burden upon our spirit and no fear in our heart. And it seems to us that our spirit is clear as a lake troubled by no eyes save those of the sun. And in our heart--strange are the ways of evil!--in our heart there is the first peace we have known in twenty years.

• This shows the reader that Equality is not going to be able to exist in this society for much longer, and could hint at coming conflicts in the novel.

• This passage reveals Equality’s internal conflict and hints that he will give up on his current endeavors and return to what the society expects of him.

• From this passage, we are able to see what Equality’s ultimate goal is in overthrowing the leaders.

• This passage reveals key elements of the setting, and foreshadows the coming revolution.

Which of the following pieces of textual evidence supports the idea that fear is the most prevalent emotion in this society?

• “Yet as we stand at night in the great hall…we look upon our brothers and wonder. The heads of our brothers are bowed. The eyes of our brothers are dull…”

• “There is fear hanging in the air of the sleeping halls, and in the air of the streets. It walks through the City, without name, without shape. All men feel it and none dare to speak.”

• “There is no crime punished by death in this world, save this one crime of speaking the Unspeakable Word.”

• “And we sighed as if a burden had been taken from us, for we had been thinking without reason of the Palace of Mating.”

Which of the following is the best evidence that helps the reader infer the Unspeakable word is “I”?

• The idea that society values one’s ability to contribute to the whole rather than individual qualities.

• Equality’s use of plural and collective personal pronouns instead of the singular forms.

• The oppressive laws regarding men and women interacting with each other.

• The fact that speaking this word is punished by death

Read this passage from Chapter 3:

“You are beautiful, Liberty 5-3000.”

Their face did not move and they did not avert their eyes. Only their eyes grew wider, and there was triumph in their eyes, and it was not triumph over us, but over things we could not guess.”

What is the most likely conclusion about the triumph that Liberty 5-3000 felt in this moment?

• Liberty 5-3000 is a spy for the council, and was excited to catch him breaking the rules.

• Liberty 5-3000, like Equality 7-2521, is dissatisfied with the society, and sees in him a potential ally in this struggle.

• She had her eye on him for a while, so she was happy that he finally made the first move.

• Liberty 5-3000 has always thought of herself as beautiful, so this affirmation just proved her right.

Which of the following quotes from chapter 3 best illustrates Equality 7-2521's prideful feelings about his discovery?

• We have built strange things with this discovery of ours. We used for it the copper wires which are found here under the ground.

• These things help us in our work. We do not understand them, but we think that the men of the Unmentionable Times had known our power of the sky…

• This discovery haunted us. We followed it in preference to all our studies. We worked with it, tested it in more ways than we can describe…

• No single one can possess greater wisdom than the many scholars who are elected…Yet we can. We do.

What main struggle arises in the early chapters of Anthem, reflecting the theme of the clash between conformity and individualism?

• The protagonist faces the challenge of asserting personal freedom in a society that values collective unity over individual expression.

• Characters grapple with conflicting emotions amid societal pressure, highlighting the tension between love and hate.

• The novel explores how societal conditioning shapes individual identity, sparking a debate between nature and nurture.

• Citizens confront oppressive forces, emphasizing the battle for freedom against governmental control.

How does the society in Anthem exhibit governmental control over personal choices, as depicted in chapters 1-3?

• Through strict laws and regulations, citizens' lives are heavily regulated, limiting personal freedom.

• The society prioritizes individual rights, allowing citizens to freely make choices despite societal pressures.

• Opportunities are equally distributed among citizens, fostering a sense of fairness and justice.

• The community promotes diversity and inclusion, encouraging acceptance of different perspectives.

How does the setting of Anthem contribute to the novel's themes in chapters 1-3?

• The futuristic backdrop highlights the protagonist's struggle against societal norms, emphasizing the importance of individuality.

• A rural village setting underscores the timeless quest for personal freedom, resonating with readers across different time periods.

• A post-apocalyptic wasteland reflects the society's bleak mindset, suggesting the need for change and renewal.

• An isolated island nation intensifies internal conflicts and societal tensions, isolating characters from external influences.

How is the protagonist characterized early in Anthem, and what conflicts arise from these traits?

• The protagonist challenges societal norms, facing opposition from a conformist culture and struggling to assert personal freedom.

• Exhibiting obedience and conformity, the protagonist navigates a world where individuality is suppressed, causing internal conflict.

• Wealth and privilege afford the protagonist opportunities, leading to a struggle with guilt and responsibility.

• Charismatic and manipulative, the protagonist uses these traits to navigate social dynamics and further personal agendas.