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Dystopia / Utopia Video

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 6mins

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1.


Based on the video, what is the primary difference between a Utopia and the real world?

a)

A Utopia is a perfect society with no war, pollution, or traffic.

b)

A Utopia is a place where everyone has a high-speed car.

c)

A Utopia is just another name for a typical modern neighborhood.

d)

A Utopia is a place where people are forced to play Bingo.

2.

What happens when a society tries to eliminate 'race conflict' by only allowing one race?

a)

The government steps back and lets people lead themselves.

b)

It becomes a more diverse and accepting place.

c)

It transitions from a Utopia toward a Dystopia.

d)

It ensures that everyone gets along perfectly forever.

3.

According to the video, why might there be 'no traffic' in a supposedly perfect city?
The city has a perfect underground subway system.

a)

The city has a perfect underground subway system.

b)

No one is allowed to own or use a car.

c)

People are using high tech teleporters.

d)

People prefer walking to enjoy the fresh air.

4.


The video mentions 'The Hunger Games'. What point is it illustrating with this reference?

a)

That archery is a popular hobby in perfect cities.

b)

That modern movies are often set in Utopias.

c)

That games are a great way to keep a society happy.

d)

How far 'the powers that be' might go to create their version of perfection.

5.

How does the video define a 'Dystopia'?

a)

A society where everyone is free to do whatever they want.

b)

A city with too much traffic and pollution.

c)

A place that is controlling and oppressive under the surface.

d)

A neighborhood with a lot of Bingo and cross-stitching.

6.


In the video's example of a 'perfect' society, why is there no war?

a)

Because there are no more resources left to fight over.

b)

Because everyone has moved to different planets.

c)

Because humans have evolved beyond the need for conflict.

d)

Because one government controls every 'iota' of every person's life.

7.

What is the implied consequence of living in the 'Dystopia' described at the end?

a)

Everyone becomes an expert at cross-stitching.

b)

The city becomes more beautiful every single day.

c)


Citizens are encouraged to protest the government.

d)

Citizens have their memories erased by the authorities.

8.


What is the main takeaway regarding 'complicated answers to the world's problems'?

a)

Utopias are easy to build if you have enough money.

b)

Complex or difficult answers might be better than the false perfection of a dystopia

c)

There are no answers to world problems, so we shouldn't try. It is best to just trust the government without another thought.

d)

Simple, total control is always the best solution. It will always work out in the end.

9.

True or False: A Utopia is defined as a perfect society where problems like war and pollution do not exist.

(a)  

10.


True or False: In a Dystopia, the appearance of perfection often hides a reality of control and oppression.

(a)