ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

DYSTOPIAN LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In The Giver, only the Receiver of Memories is allowed access to books, memories, and history. This is an example of which of the main elements we have studies.
A
Constant Surveillance
B
Citizens are not allowed to choose their own destiny
C
Propaganda is used to control people’s thoughts
D
Information, independent thought, and freedom are restricted
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The characteristics of dystopia found in the novel are the government control and enslavement, comformity, technology advancement, strong protagonist and dismal conclusion.

Detailed explanation-2: -Common elements of dystopian fiction include societies engaged in forever wars, and characterized by extreme social and economic class divides, mass poverty, environmental devastation, anarchy, and loss of individuality.

Detailed explanation-3: -Examples of Dystopia in The Giver Dreams are suppressed through medication. Elders are revered and chosen to make decisions that are best for the community. Choices are taken away from the people for fear that they cannot handle the consequences. All houses are the same, inside and out!

Detailed explanation-4: -A popular book in classrooms since it was published in 1993, The Giver is a novel that at first appears to be set in a utopian society. As the story unfolds and the protagonist, 12-year-old Jonas becomes more aware of what is happening, we learn that he is actually living in a dystopian world.

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