Harrison Bergeron Final Review

Which of the following would be the best theme statement for "Harrison Bergeron?"

• Being equal is ideal, but a difficult state to attain.

• It is not in human nature to be like everyone else.

• Nobody should try to become equal to anyone else.

• People should not try to be equal because it makes life difficult.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How is the word "equality" used in "Harrison Bergeron?"

• to signify our common ground as human beings

• to show that race doesn't matter

• to mean that class doesn't matter

• to mean that people are the same in every possible way

Why was Harrison thrown into jail before the story began?

• For trying to assasinate the Handicapper General

• For attempting to remove his handicaps

• For suspicion of plotting to overthrow the government

• For a bomb threat against the Department of Handicaps

What is the biggest conflict Harrison faces?

• visiting his parents vs. wanting to be on t.v.

• dancing with a ballerina vs. keeping his handicaps

• expressing his individuality vs. following government rules

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the mood of the Bergeron household?

• Subdued

• Inspiring

• Happy

What word describes the society the Bergeron's are living in?

• Free

• Joyful

• Oppressed

From the description of Harrison, we can infer that...

• He is average

• He is glad to not be living at home

• He is above average

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

What does Harrison represent in the story?

• happiness

• rebellion

• family values

• dependence

Who is Harrison in conflict with?

• The government

• A ballerina

• His teachers

• His parents

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is one theme explored in Harrison Bergeron?

• The dangers of making everyone equal

• The importance of following the laws

• The importance of family