Dystopian Fiction

In a dystopian novel, the protagonist is usually

• A special individual with exceptional talents

• Part of the government agency

• An outsider that comes to the society

• A normal citizen of the society

Which of these is not a characteristic of most dystopian fiction?

• they have specific rules to follow

• there is a power imbalance

• the government is super friendly

• there's a lot of symbolism

Which of the following is NOT an example of a dytopian novel?

• The Giver

• Diary of a Wimpy Kid

• The Hunger Games

• Maze Runner

What does the word "awry" mean in reference to dystopian stories?

• wrong

• reverse

• abandoned

• fixated

Which of these is a common archetype found in dystopian fiction:

• grandmother

• flashbacks

• similes

• mentor

In "Someone Might Be Watching" how does the author use the analogy of “funhouse mirrors” to help readers understand dystopian fiction?

• Uses it to show how a concern from society is distorted for the message of the story

• Uses it to make the article more fun to read

• Uses it to show that stories are like a carnival, full of wonder and excitement

• Uses it to compare what it is like to be stuck in an English classroom having to read stories the teacher makes you read.

Which of the following identifies the central idea(main idea) in the text?

• Dystopian fiction exaggerates existing problems in our reality to show readers what could happen if society continues down a certain path.

• While dystopian fiction is entertaining to read, it doesn’t reflect realistic concerns with our current society, or a possible future society.

• Both utopian and dystopian fiction are used to warn readers about the risks of attempting to alter a society in any way.

• Both Utopian and dystopian fiction are used to distort reality to the point in which it is no longer recognizable or realistic.

According to the article, what are the two most famous dystopian novels?

• Fahrenheit 451 and Harrison Bergeron

• 1984 and 2020

• 1984 and Brave New World

• Brave New World and The Refusal

What is the purpose of Dystopian Fiction?

• To warn the reader about a troubling aspect of society.

• To remind the reader that things can always get worse.

• To explain how industrialization can make things worse.

• To show a way to do things better.

Which one is not a main theme found in dystopian fiction?

• Surveillance

• Lack of individuality

• Industrialization

• Loss of free will