Quiz on 'Harrison Bergeron'

What year is the story "Harrison Bergeron" set in?

• 2021

• 2081

• 1984

• 2050

What does Hazel say she would do if she were the Handicapper General?

• Make everyone smarter

• Make chimes on Sunday

• Abolish handicaps

• Increase taxes

What does George say about the weight of the handicap bag?

• It's too heavy

• He doesn't mind it

• It's unnecessary

• It's comfortable

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What does George do when he hears the sound in his ear?

• He ignores it

• He flinches

• He laughs

• He sings

What does Hazel compare the ballerinas' dance to?

• A bird flying

• A cat drugged

• A fish swimming

• A horse running

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What was the penalty George mentioned for removing lead balls?

• One year in prison and a thousand dollar fine.

• Two years in prison and two thousand dollar fine.

• Six months in prison and a five hundred dollar fine.

• Three years in prison and a three thousand dollar fine.

What was the announcer's difficulty during the news bulletin?

• He had a serious speech impediment.

• He forgot the news script.

• He was interrupted by a phone call.

• He was unable to read the teleprompter.

What was Harrison Bergeron accused of?

• Plotting to overthrow the government.

• Stealing government property.

• Cheating in a competition.

• Escaping from a mental institution.

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What did Harrison Bergeron wear to offset his good looks?

• A red rubber ball for a nose.

• A clown wig.

• A pair of oversized glasses.

• A large hat.

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What was the ballerina's voice described as?

• Warm, luminous, timeless melody.

• Harsh and grating.

• Soft and whispery.

• Loud and booming.

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