WorksheetsDystopian Elements
Total questions: 35
Worksheet time: 29mins
The word dystopia means...
no place
perfect place
bad place
magical place
Citizens are always physically restrained by the leader.
Propaganda is used to control the citizens of society.
Which character archetype best describes Starblossom, from the dystopian short story, "Ponies"?
Villain
There is typically a character who (a) the customs and rules of their world.
a character fitting certain attributes that reoccurs in many types of stories
Dystopian fiction uses a future setting where the world has...
(a)
The villain archetype will usually
Seek power
Resist power
Exert power
Submit to power
Political or societal problems that affect a large group of people rather than just one person, such as discrimination and classism
Awry
Stystemic obstacles
Rules/customs
Archetype
An idea, symbol, pattern, or character-type, in a story. It’s any story element that appears again and again in stories from cultures around the world and symbolizes something universal in the human experience.
Utopia
Awry
Archetype
Anchovy
A character, setting or object that stands for a bigger idea (usually abstract)
symbol
cymbal
Mockingjay
Utopia
Out of the normal
a rye
utopia
awry
dystopia
What is the author's purpose for dystopian literature?
To expose society's greed, power and control
To make the reader laugh
In dystopian novels, the PROTAGONIST is usually
a regular citizen
someone that faces many obstavles
the hero of the story
all of the above
In dystopian novels, the ANTAGONIST is usually...
Represents the elite and powerful
is on a mission to protect the current society the way it is
operaates the greed/selfish motives/desires
All of the above
In dystopian literature, __________ can be described as an experienced and trusted adviser.
counselor
hero
mentor
mother
Which one of the following is NOT a characteristic of dystopian novels?
government control
loss of being an individual
destruction of the environment
the people get what they want
Which of the following is NOT an example of a dytopian novel?
The Giver
Diary of a Wimpy Kid
The Hunger Games
Maze Runner
The difference between the terms “utopia” and “dystopia” is
Utopia stands for one imperfect place and dystopia stands for many imperfect places
Utopia stands for places that have really existed, while dystopia stands for imaginative places
Utopia stands for imaginative places that are perfect while dystopian stands for imaginative places
that are horrible
None of these answers
Because of how they are constructed, what are dystopias seen as?
An example of how things should be so that everything is perfect
A warning that things might get to be too good
A warning that if things keep going in the same direction, bad things will happen
A complex structure of interwoven tapestries that paints a picture of society at its most humane and vulnerable point.
True or False: In the Dystopian Society, information, independent thoughts and freedom are allowed.
True
False
What is a common theme in dystopian fiction related to misinformation?
The eradication of diseases and the possibility of extending human lifespan.
The dangers of genetic engineering and the loss of natural obstacles.
The importance of individuality and the wisdom of the crowd.
The perils of misinformation and the manipulation of society.
What is a common theme in dystopian fiction related to lack of individuality?
The eradication of diseases and the possibility of extending human lifespan.
The dangers of genetic engineering and the loss of natural obstacles.
The importance of individuality and the wisdom of the crowd.
The perils of misinformation and the manipulation of society.
Why do dystopian fiction and utopian fiction have common themes and styles?
Because they both aim to entertain readers with exaggerated versions of reality.
Because they both reflect the flaws and imperfections of our society.
Because they both present unrealistic and unattainable visions of perfection.
Because they both warn readers about the risks of pursuing perfection.
One way power is maintained in dystopian societies is by setting the expectation for citizens to conform to certain standards. Which example from The Giver is NOT an example of conformity?
Jonas taking the apple from the lunchroom
Jonas and all the other 11s becoming adults on the same day
Jonas and all of his friends wearing the same kinds of clothes
All of the families having a mother, father, one boy, and one girl
Which of the following is a systemic obstacle?
A woman not being able to get a job because of gender inequality
A character disagreeing with another character over which lunch restaurant to go to
A tropical storm causing damage to a character's home
A boy forgot that he was supposed to complete his homework
Which of the following is NOT a way that a character might respond to power in a dystopia?
Seek power
Ignore power
Resist power
Submit to power
Dystopias have characters that will challenge or break the rules.
True
False
Dystopian novels usually have many (a) or customs that characters have to follow.
