Elements of Dystopian Literature

What does Dystopia literally translate to?

• Not good place

• Far-away place

• Paradise

• Fake place

Select all that apply to the term "Utopia"

• It means "no where place"

• A country in Japan

• Can be determined by environment and laws

• A perfect place

Propaganda is the term for

• Lectures given by teachers

• Media and other communication used to promote a political idea or belief

• Commercials for consumer goods

• The nutrition information on food packaging

A dystopia takes place in the future

• Never

• Sometimes

• Always

• Usually

Dystopian authors usually seek to critique

• Political viewpoints or groups

• Consumerism or another "ailment" of society

• A religion

• Any of these

A Dystopia is created by an apocalyptic event and _______.

• an oppressive society with a lot of governmental control

• a society that allows a lot of freedom

• a natural disaster

• a virus outbreak

True or False: A Utopia is a society that is far from perfect.

• True
• False

Dystopias focus on which of the following trends?

• Governmental
• Socioeconomical
• Fashion
• Spiritual

True or False: Most Dystopian novels share common themes or elements.

• True
• False

A dystopian protagonist usually:

• Is satisfied with their society
• is physically stronger than most people
• is dissatisfied with society and feels trapped
• is the leader of the dystopian society