LITERATURE QUESTIONS
DYSTOPIAN LITERATURE
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There are often monsters in dystopian fiction.
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Dystopian fiction generally takes place in the wilderness.
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Citizens are often faced with situations that they must escape from due to strict government control and / or destruction of their environment.
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None of the above
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Detailed explanation-1: -Dystopias are societies in cataclysmic decline, with characters who battle environmental ruin, technological control, and government oppression. Dystopian novels with a didactic message often explore themes like anarchism, oppression, and mass poverty.
Detailed explanation-2: -In every dystopian society, a new world order is in effect, usually thriving on those who are being oppressed and pushed around. If you want to survive, you must learn to follow the rules and blend in with everyone, or else you’re the first one that the overlords will choose to kill/execute/exile.
Detailed explanation-3: -Characteristics of a Dystopian Society Propaganda is used to control the citizens of society. Information, independent thought, and freedom are restricted. A figurehead or concept is worshipped by the citizens of the society. Citizens are perceived to be under constant surveillance.
Detailed explanation-4: -The ultimate purpose of dystopian fiction is commentary on contemporary society through an unfamiliar setting.