4V literature lesson 1

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4V literature lesson 1

Dystopian literature

Look for an online picture which according to you represents a utopian world best.

What makes a society perfect do you think?

Look for an online picture which represents a dystopian world best.

What is a characteristic of an imperfect society?

What does the word dystopia literally mean?

1. Distant place
2. Not-good place
3. Non-existent place

Which of these events was NOT a major influence on dystopian fiction?

1. The Protestant Reformation
2. The Industrial Revolution
3. World War II

Quote from the videoclip: "and death came with ruthless efficiency to any who didn't belong". Question: which historical event is referred to here?

Utopia 

an imagined place of ideal perfection especially in laws, government, and social conditions

Dystopia

an  imagined world or society in which people lead wretched, dehumanized, fearful lives

Can you name a dystopian story?

In our day and age there are themes which could perfectly fit a utopian and/or dystopian novel. Write down one of each.

Which person from our day and age or from the past fits in a utopian story?

Which book genre fits you? Take the quiz

Please open your literature booklet