"In a Dreadfully Perfect World" Quiz

Who is the author of the essay "In a Dreadfully Perfect World"?

• J.K. Rowling

• Benjamin Obler

• Suzanne Collins

• Thomas More

What is the main theme of More's novel "Utopia"?

• A world with no war or poverty

• A world full of magic

• A world dominated by technology

• A world with constant conflict

What is a utopian society?

• Relating to or denoting an imagined state or society where there is great suffering or injustice

• Modeled on or aiming for a state in which everything is perfect

• A society filled with fun and games.

• Characteristic of a town or city.

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What is the relationship between utopian and dystopian fiction according to the text?

• They are completely unrelated

• They are interrelated and rely upon each other

• They are the same genre

• They are both based on historical events

What is a common theme in utopian texts?

• Depiction of societal chaos

• Imagining positive outcomes

• Focus on war and conflict

• Emphasis on economic inequality

What is a characteristic of dystopian texts?

• Idealized outcomes

• Peacefulness and reason

• Worst possible outcomes of societal strife

• Harmony and balance

What was the purpose of dystopian stories according to the text?

• To entertain readers with fantasy worlds

• To illustrate potential for terror and catastrophe

• To provide historical accounts

• To promote political ideologies

Match the following

• Everyone in this world looks, acts, and thinks the exact same way.

• Government control

• Robots have become too smart for people and take over the world.

• Technological control

• No one has power in this world, everyone has to take care of themselves.

• Loss of individualism

• The government decides every part of your life and you get no choice.

• Environmental Destruction

• After a nuclear explosion, it is not safe to go outside.

• No government

Who wrote "Code de la Nature" and what did it advocate for?

• Étienne-Gabriel Morelly; abolition of individual liberty

• Margaret Cavendish; feminist utopia

• Theodor Hertzka; utopian colony in Africa

• Edward Bellamy; socialist utopia

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What is a key difference between utopias and dystopias mentioned in the text?

• Utopias are based on real-world events

• Dystopias are written as warnings

• Utopias are always successful

• Dystopias focus on historical accuracy