English Usage DA32

What is one of the main purposes of dystopian literature?

• Entertainment

• Historical documentation

• Commenting on real-life matters

• Romantic storytelling

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Main ideas and supporting details

Why do authors use dystopian settings in literature?

• To showcase the impact of human behavior on the environment

• To provide a utopian vision of society

• To promote current political systems

• To ignore societal norms

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Evaluating reasons and evidence

The term surveillance mentioned in the passage most closely means ___.

• elevated

• renowned

• observed

• disrespected

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Understanding word meanings

What does dystopian literature reflect through fictional narratives?

• Hopes and dreams of society

• Fears and concerns of society

• Historical events

• Scientific discoveries

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Understanding word meanings

What is the primary purpose of authors using dystopian settings in literature?

• To show the incredible talent and imagination of writers who entertain readers with fantastical worlds

• To critique current political systems, societal norms, and the impact of human behavior on the environment

• To promote the idea of a perfect society so mankind can aspire to improve the current situation

• To showcase advanced technology and hopefully inspire new inventions that can help the world

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Understanding word meanings

The term provoke mentioned in the passage most closely means ___.

• encourage

• predict

• exacerbate

• attack

The term bleak mentioned in the passage most closely means ___.

• depressing

• resisting

• admitting

• alienating

The term individual agency mentioned in the passage refers to one's ability to ___.

• act or exert power

• start a business

• invest wisely

• create a positive outcome

The term advocate mentioned in the passage most closely means ___.

• support or promote

• attack or destroy

• suggest or demand

• acquire or purchase

The term critique mentioned in the passage most closely means ___.

• evaluate

• tear down

• mitigate

• reverberate