Minority Report

What was Anderton's initial reaction upon seeing the young man who entered his office?

• He was pleased and welcoming.

• He felt threatened and insecure.

• He was indifferent and uninterested.

• He was excited and enthusiastic.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does Anderton imply about Witwer's future role in the conversation?

• Witwer will replace him immediately.

• Witwer will be his assistant until he retires.

• Witwer is there to evaluate him.

• Witwer will be taking over another department.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

According to the text, what is the primary purpose of the "precrime" system?

• To rehabilitate criminals after they commit crimes.

• To provide evidence in court.

• To prevent crimes by identifying potential criminals before they act.

• To monitor all societal activities.

How does Anderton describe the society's approach to handling criminals?

• They have a robust legal system with trials.

• They have no major equipment and rely on manual methods.

• They have no jails and people are arrested before they commit crimes. Would-be criminals are held in detention camps.

• They use a system of fines and community service.

According to the text, what emotion did Witwer's face show when he sees the precogs for the first time?

• Joy

• Breezy confidence

• Sickness and dismay

• Anger

What did Anderton say about the age of Donna?

• She is 52 years old

• She is 45 years old

• She is 30 years old

• Her age is not mentioned

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

According to the text, what is the success rate of the precrime system in preventing murders?

• One murder in five years

• One murder in ten years

• No murders in five years

• No murders in ten years

What is the purpose of the duplicate cards send to the Army GHQ?

• They are useless

• They are part of a check and balance system

• They should be ignored

• They are a form of entertainment

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What does Anderton do with the top card at the end Chapter 1?

• He throws it away

• He hands it to Witwer

• He puts it in his pocket

• He tears it up

What suspicion did Anderton begin to have?

• He suspected Lisa of being unfaithful.

• He suspected everyone around him, including his wife and staff.

• He suspected Witwer of plotting against him.

• He suspected the machines were malfunctioning.