"Harrison Bergeron" by Kurt Vonnegut

How are George and Hazel related to Harrison?

• They are his sister and brother.

• They are his niece and nephew.

• They are his grandma and grandpa.

• They are his mom and dad.

Which character plots to overthrow the government?

• Diana Moon Glampers

• Harrison Bergeron

• The ballerina

• George Bergeron

Who is the Handicapper General?

• Harrison Bergeron
• Hazel and George
• Ballerinas
• Diana Moon Glampers

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.W.9-10.9

At the end of the story, who witnesses and then forgets Harrison's death?

• George

• Hazel

• DMG

• Harrison

What does Harrison's dance with the ballerina at the end of the story symbolize?

• Obedience

• Destruction

• Chaos

• Freedom

How do the different handicaps contribute to the theme of "Harrison Bergeron"?

• They illustrate how much must be done to make the most unique and talented individuals conform.

• They stress how the work towards achieving total equality won't be easy or pleasant.

• They emphasize how the most ordinary people are often the most valued in a society.

• They show how being unique can be dangerous to yourself and the people around you.

Harrison is in conflict with:

• His parents

• The government

• His teachers

• The ballerina

What did you think of this story? Did you enjoy it? What do you think was the most important message?