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Harrison Bergeron
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Harrison Bergeron
by:
Kurt Vonnegut
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Harrison Bergeron
George Bergeron
Hazel Bergeron
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1
of 5
What do Amendments 211, 212 and 213 grant to people?
Immunity
Intelligence
Equality
Foresight
2
of 5
What is the purpose of the government radio broadcasts?
Disrupting intelligent thoughts
Playing music
Brainwashing the masses
Disseminating useful information
3
of 5
The ballet dancers are handicapped in order to ___.
Ensure audiences don’t feel bad about themselves
Demonstrate the government’s power
Make the performance more compelling
Impress the audience
4
of 5
How does George describe society before the new laws?
Mundane
Sad
Competitive
Diverse
5
of 5
Who does Harrison declare himself ___.
President
Emperor
Chief
Leader
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