Harrison Bergeon

In "Harrison Bergeron" everyone was finally equal because ___.

• Everyone was born naturally equal.

• The passing of the 211th, 212th and 213th Amendments to the Constitution

• he unceasing vigilance of agents.

• Capitalism was replaced by Communism.

• Both b and c

In "Harrison Bergeron" George rejects Hazel's suggestion to rest his handicap bag for a while or even to take a few lead balls out of the bag to make it lighter because ___.

• If he gets caught he would be fined two thousand dollars.

• If he gets caught he would have to spend two years in jail.

• He thinks it's wrong to cheat the law.

• He thinks that pretty soon we'd be right back to the dark ages if people got away with it.

• All of the above.

In "Harrison Bergeron" ___ proclaims: "I am the Emporer."

• George

• the Handicapped General

• Hazel

• Harrison

• Diana Moon Glampers

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In "Harrison Bergeron" what does George say to Hazel about sad things?

• He says they are natural.

• He says he doesn't like them.

• He says to forget them.

• He says they make us stronger.

• Both a and c.

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

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.

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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.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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The news bulletin announces that ___.

• Hazel Bergeron has escaped from jail.

• The ballerina is not complying with the codes of decency.

• Harrison Bergeron has escaped from jail.

• Diana Moon Glampers has died

• Both C and D

In the short story at what age was Harrison taken from his parents?

• 14

• 10

• 20

• 16

• 18

In "Harrison Bergeron" George determines that the ballerina reading the bulletin must be very beautiful and strong because:

• Her mask was hideous.

• Her handicap bags were big.

• She had to change the tone of her voice.

• She had to apologize for her voice.

• All of the above.