Harrison bergeron Flashcards

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What is ironic about George’s comments on competition, laws, and society?

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George made a comment about how the ballerinas would look nicer without the weights. His earpiece made him forget that, but then he repeated the comment late

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Harrison’s rebellion is a failure. Given the nature of society in the story, could someone like Harrison ever have succeeded in rebelling?

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Yes, he is extremely superior in every way & can strategize brainwashing in is favour.

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Describe George and Hazel’s reactions at the end of the story. What do you think the author is trying to say through them?

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How easily people’s ideas can change by the media’s opinions

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