The Machine Stops

Have Kuno and Vashti ever lived together as a family? Explain how you know by citing evidence from the text.

Describe Vashti's and Kuno's (and other people's) living space. Use evidence from the text.

Even though this story was written at the beginning of the 19th century, which technologies that we currently have in the 21st century does it "foreshadow"? List at least five examples.

What are the key characteristics of a dystopian society as depicted in 'The Machine Stops'?

• Abundance of nature and freedom

• Strong sense of community and connection

• Lack of technological advancement and innovation

• Overreliance on technology, lack of human connection, loss of individual freedom, and a controlled and regulated environment.

Describe the role of technology in shaping the society in 'The Machine Stops'.

• Technology in 'The Machine Stops' shapes society by promoting individuality and critical thinking

• Technology in 'The Machine Stops' shapes society by creating a highly interconnected and dependent world, controlling every aspect of people's lives and leading to a loss of individuality and critical thinking.

• Technology in 'The Machine Stops' shapes society by having no impact on people's lives

• Technology in 'The Machine Stops' shapes society by creating a disconnected and independent world

What are the similarities and differences between the society in 'The Machine Stops' and our current world in terms of technology and human interaction?

• In 'The Machine Stops', human interaction has become more prevalent than in our current world

• The society in 'The Machine Stops' and our current world both rely on physical interactions for communication

• The society in 'The Machine Stops' and our current world both have limited technology for communication

• The society in 'The Machine Stops' and our current world both have advanced technology for communication, but in the story, human interaction has become almost non-existent as people rely on the machine for everything, whereas in our current world, people still engage in face-to-face communication and physical interactions.

What are the warning signs about the impact of technology on society that the author presents in 'The Machine Stops'?

• Increased productivity, improved communication, and enhanced quality of life.

• Over-reliance on technology, loss of human connection, and potential for catastrophic consequences.

How does technology impact human interaction in the story?

• Technology in the story has no impact on human interaction

• Technology in the story leads to increased face-to-face interaction and decreased reliance on virtual communication

• Technology in the story only has a positive impact on human interaction

• Technology in the story leads to decreased face-to-face interaction and increased reliance on virtual communication.

What is the primary setting of 'The Machine Stops'?

• A) A bustling city

• B) A rural village

• C) Underground chambers

• D) A futuristic spaceship

Who is the author of 'The Machine Stops'?

• A) H.G. Wells

• B) E.M. Forster

• C) Aldous Huxley

• D) George Orwell