Year 8 Learning Cycle 2: English: Dystopian Fiction Flashcards
What does dystopian mean?
Dystopia (noun) means an imagined state or society in which there is great suffering or injustice, typically one that is totalitarian or** post-apocalyptic**.
What do readers get out of dystopian fiction?
Many readers enjoy dystopian (adjective) literature because it is a warning or commentary of the current
state of society, and it offers a form of escapism. They are packed with thrilling adventures, raise ethical questions, and deliver a message of hope that is inspiring for readers.
Why do authors write dystopian literature?
To reflect contemporary social, political, or environmental concerns.
What is Fahrenheit 451?
A dystopian text that depicts a future society where books are banned and ‘firemen’ burn
any that are found, illustrating a world of oppressive censorship and the suppression of intellectual freedom.
What is an inference?
A conclusion based on evidence. For example, I infer that the boy is terrified of thunder
because he ‘shakes like a leaf’ during thunder- storms.
What is a quotation?
A piece of text taken directly from a form of literature. Scholars use quotations to support
their ideas.
What does a synthesis do?
Combines information from two texts to highlight the similarities or differences.
What does Coonrod expose?
The need for better data protection in the 21st Century to educate readers on how they
can prevent the abuse of personal information.
Who created the low taper fade meme?
Ninja- in context, whenever someone says the word “massive”, he asks them “and you know what else is massive?” which he follows up by. saying the LOWWWW TAPERRR FADEEEE
What does Frith reveal?
How exposed we are to surveillance to firstly educates readers on the positive impact of
surveillance, such as combating crime, and secondly to make readers conscious of their own privacy.
How does Collins present Katniss in “The Hunger Games”?
Collins presents Katniss as rebellious in ‘The Hunger Games’ to illuminate the power of personal choices in the
face of injustice, and to inspire readers to fight for a better world.
How does Alderman present Margot in “The Power”?
Alderman presents Margot as powerful in ‘The Power’ by shifting the power dynamics between the genders to
expose the complex ways in which power can be abused and manipulated by individuals.
What does Laline Paull Depict in “The Bees”?
In The Bees, Laline Paull depicts a rigid, totalitarian hive society where individuality is suppressed, and the
protagonist’s struggle against oppressive social hierarchies highlights themes of control and rebellion.
What does Examination Day by Henry Sesler portray?
Examination Day by Henry Sesler portrays a totalitarian society where children’s intelligence is strictly
controlled and tested. Exceptionally intelligent individuals are executed to prevent societal upheaval.
What does Orwell construct The Party in ‘1984’ to represent?
Orwell constructs The Party in ‘1984’ to represent the embodiment of oppressive government control and
serve as a vehicle for Orwell to critique totalitarianism, highlight the importance of resistance and warn
against the erosion of personal freedoms
What does Orwell construct The Party in ‘Animal Farm’ to represent?
Orwell constructs The Party in ‘Animal Farm’ to represent oppressive governments that exploit their positions of
power and serve as a vehicle for Orwell to critique the corruption and hypocrisy that often arises from
revolutionary movements.
What does colonisation refer to?
Colonisation refers to the process by which a group or nation establishes control over a foreign territory or population. Colonial powers aimed to exploit the resources of the colonies, expand their influence, and spread their cultural and political dominance.
How does Blackman turn colonisation upside- down?
Blackman subverts colonisation by reversing the traditional power dynamics based on race to challenge and expose the
inherent injustices and inequalities of racial discrimination.
What does Blackman explore in the opening of ‘Noughts and Crosses’?
Blackman explores prejudice and division in the opening of the play, firstly to signal to readers that these themes will be a prominent in the play, and secondly to expose how prejudice perpetuates social and economic disparities.
How does Blackman present discrimination on Sephy and Callum’s relationship?
Blackman presents discrimination as having a significant impact on Sephy’s and Callum’s relationship in “Noughts and Crosses” to illustrate the destructive effects of prejudice on personal connections.
