Les 2 Omelas as test

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 4

Short Story The Ones Who Walked away from Omelas

You are going to listen and read along with an audio recording of this short story. While reading annotate your copy using the  Once you have finished answer the questions on the following slides. You must answer all the questions in complete sentences and include evidence from the text. Think M.E.A.L. 

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Did you enjoy reading and listening to the story?

1. Yes
2. No

What is the POV? Who is the narrator? Briefly discuss the dual attitudes of the narrator. How does it affect the story?

Describe the mood of the story. When and how does it change?

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What role does the tormented child play in the story? How does it affect the citizens of Omelas?

Who are the ones who walk away? Where are they going?

What is the source of conflict in the story? Who is the protagonist? Who is the antagonist?

The story talks a lot about happiness and joy. Would you agree in saying that the citizens of Omelas are truly happy? What is
then true happiness?

Once you have answered the questions you may want to watch the short adaptation on the next slide. 

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