Dystopia

Question 1

Which of the following dystopian elements reflects concerns about 21st-century society?

Accepted Answer

Digital surveillance, fake news, and censorship

Question 2

Anarchy is when…

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there is no central authority, often leading to chaos or self-governance

Question 3

What is a major risk of living life inside the simulation as depicted in The Game?

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Losing touch with reality and personal identity

Question 4

What is the difference between science fiction (SF) and utopia/dystopia?

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SF focusses on futuristic technology, utopia/dystopia on social aspects

Question 5

What is meant by “extrapolation”? A fictitious description of…

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elements of a future society on basis of present day developments

Question 6

What is the difference between science fiction and fantasy?

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SF’s imaginary elements are largely possible, in fantasy they aren’t

Question 7

in dystopian literature, what is often the role of technology?

Accepted Answer

to control and monitor the population

Question 8

The term for the moment in a dystopian novel when the protagonist realizes the extent of their society’s corruption is

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epiphany

Question 9

Which narrative technique do basically all utopian novels employ automatically?

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social commentary

Question 10

What is a key difference between a utopia and a dystopia?

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utopia portrays a ideal society, dystopia portrays a nightmarish society, utopia can be characterised by equality, dystopia by oppression

Question 11

Which of the following traits are most commonly associated with a dystopian protagonist?

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They help the audience recognize the negative aspects of their society, They initially conform to societal norms but later challenge them, They feel trapped and struggle to escape

Question 12

What are typical characteristics of a dystopia?

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government surveillance, futuristic technolog

Question 13

Many dystopian novels explore the idea of “false utopias.” What does this mean?

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A society that appears perfect but is actually oppressive and controlled

Question 14

Why do many dystopian societies use propaganda?

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To create a sense of fear or loyalty to the ruling pow, To maintain control by shaping public perception, To eliminate individual thought and enforce conformity

Question 15

What do people believe in when they show “willing suspension of disbelief”?

Accepted Answer

sci-fi/fantastic elements, although they may be impossible in real life

Question 16

Choose the wrong pair of dystopian element and example!

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propaganda: introduction of shared beliefs

Question 17

What type of character would most likely create a dynamic atmosphere of change or hope?

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dynamic, round character

Question 18

How does dystopian fiction benefit readers?

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It educates readers and warns about potential dark futures

Question 19

Right after which historic event was Geogre Orwell’s “1984” written?

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World War II

Question 20

What does the term “utopia” mean?

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an ideal place/society

Question 21

What is NOT an element of science fiction, but rather of dystopia?

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loss of individuality

Question 22

Which narrative techniques does Terry Schott employ in The Game to blur the boundary between the simulated and the real?

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The use of exposition through in-game media snippets, Frequent shifts in point of view

Question 23

How many main stages are there in a typical story arc?

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5

Question 24

What is the difference between utopia and dystopia?

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Utopias represent a perfect world, while dystopias show a failed society

Question 25

Which of the following terms is often linked to utopian ideas?

Accepted Answer

communism

Question 26

Which of the following scenarios resembles a society developing into a dystopia the most?

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When collective harmony is sought at the expense of personal freedom

Question 27

How do dystopian societies justify oppression?

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By claiming it ensures security, By claiming it prevents chaos

Question 28

Why is access to knowledge often restricted in dystopian societies?

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make society conform & collective, prevent rebellion & threats to the current regime

Question 29

What is NOT a characteristic of dystopia?

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equal rights

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