First Read: Harrison Bergeron

Which of the following describes how Harrison feels about his handicaps?

• He believes they have failed to make him equal to others.

• He believes they have made him weaker than others.

• He thinks everyone but him should wear handicaps.

• He thinks they have made him stronger.

What is the result of Harrison removing his handicaps?

• Harrison inspires people to rebel against the government.

• Harrison briefly shows people what is possible without handicaps.

• Harrison's violent outburst makes the audience believe that handicaps are good.

• Harrison makes his parents proud that he stood up for what is right.

Why won't George take off his handicap bag?

• He thinks it's unfair to others.

• He doesn't want to be better than his wife.

• He has grown attached to his handicap bag.

• He could get in trouble with the government.

Why does Harrison have so many handicaps?

• He misbehaved while in prison.

• He was considered a danger to himself.

• He tried to overthrow the government.

• He had too many unique and impressive abilities.

How does the government ensure equality in "Harrison Bergeron"?

• By providing education to all

• By limiting the amount of money one can earn

• By handicapping those who are above average

• By encouraging competition

What role does the character George Bergeron play in the story?

• He is the antagonist.

• He is a symbol of the average citizen.

• He is the leader of the rebellion.

• He is indifferent to the society's rules.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the character Hazel represent in the story?

• The ideal citizen in the eyes of the government.

• The intellectual superiority of some individuals.

• The emotional impact of the government's policies on families.

• The resistance movement against the government.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does the story explore the concept of freedom?

• By showing that freedom is less important than safety.

• Through the characters' acceptance of their roles in society.

• By depicting the consequences of a society that sacrifices freedom for equality.

• By suggesting that freedom can only be achieved through rebellion.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

While Harrison and the ballerina dance, they...

• become competitive.

• fall in love with each other.

• appear to have no limitations.

• make others question their handicaps.

At the end of the story, why don't George and Hazel remember what they saw?

• They do not like criticism of the government.

• They lack the ability to remember.

• They decide it's safer to forget.

• They block out the painful memories.