Life in Dystopia

What is a Dystopia?

• The illusion of being a Utopia, but is corrupt

• Peaceful place

• Everyone gets along, no war

What is dystopia?

•  an old world where everything is perfect

• a figurehead's imagination

• an ointment for your injury

• a futuristic world where everything seems perfect

__________ is a literature genre made up of societies where personal freedoms are taken away.

In a dystopian society, what is often a common theme?

• A) Totalitarian government control

• B) Abundance of resources

• C) Universal happiness

• D) Lack of technology

Which of the following is a characteristic of dystopian literature?

• A) Idealistic settings

• B) Oppressive societal control

• C) Harmonious communities

• D) Absence of conflict

In the context of dystopian fiction, what does the term 'Orwellian' refer to?

• A) A utopian society

• B) A society characterized by surveillance and propaganda

• C) A peaceful and democratic society

• D) A society with no government

Which sentence best describes a dystopian protagonist?

• A) A character who conforms to societal norms

• B) A character who challenges the oppressive system

• C) A character who is indifferent to societal issues

• D) A character who enjoys the benefits of the society

What is the primary purpose of dystopian literature?

• A) To entertain with fantasy

• B) To warn about potential societal issues

• C) To describe historical events

• D) To promote technological advancements

In dystopian narratives, what role does technology often play?

• A) A tool for liberation

• B) A means of control and oppression

• C) A source of entertainment

• D) A symbol of hope

Which of the following is a common setting in dystopian stories?

• A) A thriving metropolis

• B) A post-apocalyptic world

• C) A peaceful countryside

• D) A bustling marketplace