Minority Report Webquest Quiz
This quiz is designed to help you understand some of the concepts and unfamiliar vocabulary that are a part of this webquest.
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"Both utopia and its antithetical counterpart dystopia have long been themes in literature and have been the subject of many a science fiction story." In this sentence, antithetical means:
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Opposed to the theory of dystopia.
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The opposite of utopia.
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Opposed to the theory of utopia.
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A theme in science fiction stories.
Correct Answer
B. The opposite of utopia.Explanation
The word "antithetical" is used in the sentence to describe the counterpart of utopia. It suggests that dystopia is the opposite or contrasting concept to utopia. Therefore, the correct answer is "the opposite of utopia."Rate this question:
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- 2.
"Dystopias are frequently written as warnings, or as satires, showing current trends extrapolated to a nightmarish conclusion." In this sentence, extrapolated means:
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To predict an outcome of particular trends by projecting known information.
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Current trends that prove to be making matters worse.
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Trends that are analysed piece by piece.
- D.
Trends that are changed in to a nightmarish conclusion.
Correct Answer
A. To predict an outcome of particular trends by projecting known information.Explanation
Extrapolated, in this context, means to predict an outcome of particular trends by projecting known information. Dystopias, which are often written as warnings or satires, take current trends and imagine them taken to a nightmarish conclusion. By extrapolating from these trends, authors can create a dystopian world that serves as a cautionary tale or social commentary.Rate this question:
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What is a caste system :
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A single united system with no hierarchical classes.
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A system that exiles any members who do not conform.
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A social structure that seeks the to improve society.
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A social structure in which hierarchical classes are determined by common cultural features.
Correct Answer
D. A social structure in which hierarchical classes are determined by common cultural features.Explanation
The correct answer is a social structure in which hierarchical classes are determined by common cultural features. A caste system is a form of social stratification where individuals are born into a specific social group or caste based on their birth, and their social status, occupation, and opportunities are determined by this caste affiliation. The caste system is characterized by a rigid hierarchy, with limited mobility between castes, and is based on cultural factors such as religion, occupation, and traditions.Rate this question:
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The dystopic genre usually features "a protagonist who questions the society, often feeling intrinsically that something is terribly wrong." In this sentence, intrinsically means:
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To have an inner feeling, within one’s self.
- B.
To have a feeling of hopelessness.
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To convey your feelings in an outward manner.
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To have a premonition-like feeling.
Correct Answer
A. To have an inner feeling, within one’s self.Explanation
The word "intrinsically" in the sentence suggests that the protagonist in dystopic genre stories has a strong internal sense or feeling that something is wrong with society. This implies that the feeling originates from within themselves, rather than being influenced by external factors.Rate this question:
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When you are writing an interior monologue which one of the following points is TRUE:
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You can only write in present tense, you must always use quotation marks and the use of a thought cloud and italicized text is optional.
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You can write in present or past tense, you must always use quotation marks and the use of a thought cloud and italicized text is optional.
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You can write in present or past tense, you must not use quotation marks and the use of a thought cloud and italicized text are recommended.
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You can write in present or past tense, you must not use quotation marks and you must use a thought cloud and italicized text.
Correct Answer
C. You can write in present or past tense, you must not use quotation marks and the use of a thought cloud and italicized text are recommended.Explanation
In an interior monologue, the writer has the flexibility to use either present or past tense. Quotation marks are not necessary in an interior monologue, as it is a form of direct thought and does not require attribution. However, the use of a thought cloud and italicized text is recommended to differentiate the interior monologue from the rest of the narrative and to emphasize the character's thoughts.Rate this question:
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Which of the following statements most accurately describe the Precrime system:
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Citizens are guilty until proven innocent.
- B.
Citizens are innocent until proven guilty.
Correct Answer
A. Citizens are guilty until proven innocent.Explanation
The statement "Citizens are guilty until proven innocent" accurately describes the Precrime system. In this system, individuals are considered guilty of a crime before any evidence or trial takes place. The system relies on predictive algorithms to identify potential criminals and prevent crimes before they happen. Therefore, individuals are treated as guilty until they can prove their innocence, which goes against the traditional principle of "innocent until proven guilty" in a fair justice system.Rate this question:
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Which one of the following statements about interior monologues is FALSE?
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The narrator is reacting to his immediate surroundings – the monologue tells the story of what is going on.
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The narrator presents their thoughts as memories – the monologue reviews past events and connects them with present ones.
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The narrator’s train of thoughts are neither a record of the present nor a recollection of the past – the monologue is purely a reflection, and in itself, the story.
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The narrator’s body language is put into context – the monologue explains the movement of their body as they speak or think.
Correct Answer
D. The narrator’s body language is put into context – the monologue explains the movement of their body as they speak or think.Explanation
The statement that is FALSE is "The narrator’s body language is put into context – the monologue explains the movement of their body as they speak or think." This is incorrect because interior monologues focus on the thoughts and feelings of the narrator, rather than their physical actions or body language. Interior monologues provide insight into the narrator's inner world and are often used to convey their stream of consciousness.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The film’s central theme is a question of free will versus determinism. If determinism is true then:
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All human actions are predictable and therefore no one is free.
- B.
All human actions are at random and yet people do not seem free.
Correct Answer
A. All human actions are predictable and therefore no one is free.Explanation
The film's central theme of free will versus determinism suggests that if determinism is true, all human actions would be predictable and therefore no one would be free. This implies that our actions are predetermined by external factors and we have no control over them, undermining the concept of free will. Additionally, if determinism is true, it would mean that there is a cause and effect relationship for all actions, leaving no room for true freedom of choice.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When Anderton discovers the prediction that he will commit a murder, does this prediction drive the act? Or rather, was Anderton always going to end up in the room with Leo Crow but now had a choice as to whether he will proceed with the killing?
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Yes, it is a self-fulfilling prophecy. If Anderton never witnessed the prediction he never would have ended up almost murdering Leo Crow.
- B.
No, Anderton still would have ended up in the location of the murder. However, knowing the possible outcome of the future he therefore had a choice to alter the predicted outcome.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Yes, it is a self-fulfilling prophecy. If Anderton never witnessed the prediction he never would have ended up almost murdering Leo Crow.
B. No, Anderton still would have ended up in the location of the murder. However, knowing the possible outcome of the future he therefore had a choice to alter the predicted outcome.Explanation
The correct answer is that it is a self-fulfilling prophecy. If Anderton had never witnessed the prediction, he never would have ended up almost murdering Leo Crow. This suggests that the prediction itself influenced his actions and ultimately led him to the room with Leo Crow. However, it is also mentioned that even without the prediction, Anderton would have still ended up in the location of the murder. This implies that while the prediction played a role in driving his actions, Anderton still had the choice to alter the predicted outcome.Rate this question:
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Within the context of Precrime, is it morally acceptable to punish people for crimes they have not yet committed?
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Yes, as the intention to commit the crime is as terrible as actually committing it.
- B.
Yes, a life sentence in prison is not as bad as a life lost to murder, therefore you can justify imprisoning an innocent person every now and then.
- C.
No, as the intention to commit the crime is not equivalent to actually committing it.
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No, a person should not be found guilty for committing a crime they may have considered committing but never actually committed.
Correct Answer(s)
A. Yes, as the intention to commit the crime is as terrible as actually committing it.
B. Yes, a life sentence in prison is not as bad as a life lost to murder, therefore you can justify imprisoning an innocent person every now and then.
C. No, as the intention to commit the crime is not equivalent to actually committing it.
D. No, a person should not be found guilty for committing a crime they may have considered committing but never actually committed.Explanation
The correct answer is that it is morally acceptable to punish people for crimes they have not yet committed because the intention to commit the crime is considered as terrible as actually committing it. Additionally, a life sentence in prison is seen as less severe than losing a life to murder, so imprisoning an innocent person occasionally can be justified. However, some argue that the intention to commit a crime is not equivalent to actually committing it, and therefore a person should not be found guilty for considering a crime without actually carrying it out.Rate this question:
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