How Well Do You Know About Harrison Bergeron Story?

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How Well Do You Know About Harrison Bergeron Story? Do you think that the measures put in place to ensure equality could work in the world we live in today or were the measures just how much? Well, get to review the book by taking up the simple quiz below. All the best and keep a lookout for others like it.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    How old was Harrison?

    • A. 

      Fourteen

    • B. 

      Sixteen

    • C. 

      Twenty

    • D. 

      Eighteen

    Correct Answer
    A. Fourteen
    Explanation
    Harrison was fourteen years old.

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  • 2. 

    Who was the Handicapper General?

    Correct Answer
    Diana Moon Glampers
    diana moon glampers
    Explanation
    Diana Moon Glampers is the correct answer for the Handicapper General.

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  • 3. 

    How tall was Harrison?

    • A. 

      seven feet

    • B. 

      Six feet

    • C. 

      Four feet

    • D. 

      Five feet

    Correct Answer
    A. seven feet
    Explanation
    Harrison's height was seven feet.

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  • 4. 

    George had a handicap in his _________.

    Correct Answer
    red vgfhg
  • 5. 

    Why was Harrison in jail?

    • A. 

      Trying to kill the Handicapper General

    • B. 

      Suspicion of trying to overthrow the government.

    • C. 

      Killing his parents

    • D. 

      Public nudity

    Correct Answer
    B. Suspicion of trying to overthrow the government.
    Explanation
    Harrison was in jail because he was suspected of trying to overthrow the government. This suggests that he was involved in activities that posed a threat to the existing political system. The phrase "suspicion of" implies that there may not have been concrete evidence against Harrison, but there were enough indications to make authorities believe that he was involved in a plot against the government. This could include actions, statements, or associations that raised suspicions about his intentions.

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  • 6. 

    What handicaps did Harrison wear?

    • A. 

      a barbed wire jacket

    • B. 

      Large earphones,small sunglasses and a strait jacket

    • C. 

      Large earphones,large spectacles and a scrap metal suit

    • D. 

      A little ear radio and large spectacles

    Correct Answer
    C. Large earphones,large spectacles and a scrap metal suit
    Explanation
    Harrison wore large earphones, large spectacles, and a scrap metal suit as handicaps. This suggests that he had to wear these items to limit his abilities and conform to the rules of equality in the society. The large earphones would potentially impair his hearing, the large spectacles could hinder his vision, and the scrap metal suit would likely make him physically heavier and less agile. These handicaps were imposed on him to prevent him from standing out or excelling above others.

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  • 7. 

    What did George's handicap do to him when he thought certain thoughts?

    • A. 

      Shock him

    • B. 

      Make a loud irritating sound

    • C. 

      Prick him

    • D. 

      Alert the Handicapper General

    Correct Answer
    B. Make a loud irritating sound
    Explanation
    When George thought certain thoughts, his handicap would make a loud irritating sound. This suggests that the purpose of George's handicap is to discourage him from having certain thoughts by creating a negative and distracting experience. The loud irritating sound serves as a form of punishment or deterrent, ensuring that George remains compliant with the rules and norms of the society he lives in.

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  • 8. 

    Why did one of the ballerinas have larger bags on her and the most unattractive mask?

    Correct Answer
    most talented
    Explanation
    The ballerina with larger bags and the most unattractive mask is likely the most talented because she may have more props or costumes to carry for her performances, and her mask may be intentionally unattractive to convey a certain character or theme in her dance routine.

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  • 9. 

    Why did the ballerina have to apologize for her voice?

    • A. 

      Because it was not fair for a woman to have such a beautiful voice

    • B. 

      Because it was so horrible to listen to

    • C. 

      Because she had a cold

    • D. 

      Because it was to screechy

    Correct Answer
    A. Because it was not fair for a woman to have such a beautiful voice
    Explanation
    The ballerina had to apologize for her voice because it was not fair for a woman to have such a beautiful voice. This suggests that having a beautiful voice as a woman was seen as unfair or unjust in some way, possibly implying that it went against societal expectations or norms.

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