Dystopian Fiction

In a dystopian novel, the protagonist is usually

• A special individual with exceptional talents

• Part of the government agency

• An outsider that comes to the society

• A normal citizen of the society

Which of these is not a characteristic of most dystopian fiction?

• they have specific rules to follow

• there is a power imbalance

• the government is super friendly

• there's a lot of symbolism

Which of the following is NOT an example of a dytopian novel?

• The Giver

• Diary of a Wimpy Kid

• The Hunger Games

• Maze Runner

What does the word "awry" mean in reference to dystopian stories?

• wrong

• reverse

• abandoned

• fixated

Which of these is a common archetype found in dystopian fiction:

• grandmother

• flashbacks

• similes

• mentor

In "Someone Might Be Watching" how does the author use the analogy of “funhouse mirrors” to help readers understand dystopian fiction?

• Uses it to show how a concern from society is distorted for the message of the story

• Uses it to make the article more fun to read

• Uses it to show that stories are like a carnival, full of wonder and excitement

• Uses it to compare what it is like to be stuck in an English classroom having to read stories the teacher makes you read.

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Which of the following identifies the central idea(main idea) in the text?

• Dystopian fiction exaggerates existing problems in our reality to show readers what could happen if society continues down a certain path.

• While dystopian fiction is entertaining to read, it doesn’t reflect realistic concerns with our current society, or a possible future society.

• Both utopian and dystopian fiction are used to warn readers about the risks of attempting to alter a society in any way.

• Both Utopian and dystopian fiction are used to distort reality to the point in which it is no longer recognizable or realistic.

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According to the article, what are the two most famous dystopian novels?

• Fahrenheit 451 and Harrison Bergeron

• 1984 and 2020

• 1984 and Brave New World

• Brave New World and The Refusal

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What is the purpose of Dystopian Fiction?

• To warn the reader about a troubling aspect of society.

• To remind the reader that things can always get worse.

• To explain how industrialization can make things worse.

• To show a way to do things better.

Which one is not a main theme found in dystopian fiction?

• Surveillance

• Lack of individuality

• Industrialization

• Loss of free will