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Unit 5 : Dystopian

 

Topics/Questions:

What is dystopian literature?

How does narrative voice affect the meaning of the text?

How do authors’ use the theme of power and freedom to (react) to historical and cultural problems?

How can history affect an author?

Why would Atwood choose a female protagonist?

Compare/contrast the messages of Orwell and Atwood.


 

 

 

 

Background Info

George Orwell

Author: George Orwell

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Character List

 

·        Winston Smith

·        Julia

·        O’Brien

·        Mr. Charrington

·        Syme

·        Emmanuel Goldstein

 

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About the Book

 

     Time Period: Modern

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Margaret Atwood

Author: Margaret Atwood

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Character List

 

  • Offred
  • Ofglen
  • Commander
  • Serena Joy
  • Nick
  • Aunt Lydia
  • Moira
  • Cora
  • Ofwarren/Janine
  • Luke

 

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  Study Guide

       

        General Information

 

Time Period: Post Modern

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