Theme, Characterization, Archetypes, and Inferences: Harrison Bergeron Test
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7 questions
10
In the above passage, the reader can infer that the reason two of the eight ballerinas winced was because they were---
In the above passage, the reader can infer that the reason two of the eight ballerinas winced was because they were---
20
Write a statement of theme over the excerpt above. In other words, it should be true about the excerpt, and it should be an observation about life in general. Be sure to write in ONE complete sentence, and revise to make sure you are following the rules. Show your work, and write your final sentence in the answer box.
Write a statement of theme over the excerpt above. In other words, it should be true about the excerpt, and it should be an observation about life in general. Be sure to write in ONE complete sentence, and revise to make sure you are following the rules. Show your work, and write your final sentence in the answer box.
10
In which way is George different from Hazel?
In which way is George different from Hazel?
10
Based on the number of handicaps Harrison wears, you can conclude that he is--
Based on the number of handicaps Harrison wears, you can conclude that he is--
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The biggest conflict Harrison faces in the story is between--
The biggest conflict Harrison faces in the story is between--
20
Study the archetypal characters chart. Then, explain how Harrison fits one or more of these archetypal character patterns.
Study the archetypal characters chart. Then, explain how Harrison fits one or more of these archetypal character patterns.
20
Because "Harrison Bergeron" falls into the genre of dystopian literature, it is a cautionary tale. What modern anxieties or issues do you think the story reflects upon, issues that Kurt Vonnegut (the author) is warning his readers about?
Because "Harrison Bergeron" falls into the genre of dystopian literature, it is a cautionary tale. What modern anxieties or issues do you think the story reflects upon, issues that Kurt Vonnegut (the author) is warning his readers about?