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Characteristics of Dystopian Literature

The document defines dystopian literature as fiction set in a futuristic society that maintains an illusion of being perfect through oppressive control. Key characteristics of dystopian societies include the use of propaganda to control citizens, restricted freedom and independent thought, worship of a figurehead or concept, constant surveillance of citizens, citizens living in fear of the outside world, a dehumanized state for citizens, an emphasis on conformity over individuality, and presenting an illusion of a perfect utopian world. Examples from The Hunger Games, such as propaganda and surveillance, are provided.

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Characteristics of Dystopian Literature

The document defines dystopian literature as fiction set in a futuristic society that maintains an illusion of being perfect through oppressive control. Key characteristics of dystopian societies include the use of propaganda to control citizens, restricted freedom and independent thought, worship of a figurehead or concept, constant surveillance of citizens, citizens living in fear of the outside world, a dehumanized state for citizens, an emphasis on conformity over individuality, and presenting an illusion of a perfect utopian world. Examples from The Hunger Games, such as propaganda and surveillance, are provided.

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Characteristics of

Dystopian Literature

Dystopia
Dys = bad
Topia = place
Whats the opposite of a dystopia?

Dystopia
In literature, a dystopia is a futuristic,
imagined universe in which oppressive
societal control and the illusion of a
perfect society are maintained through
corporate, bureaucratic, technological,
moral, or totalitarian control.
Dystopias, through an exaggerated
worst-case scenario, make a criticism
about a current trend, societal norm,
or political system.

Characteristics of Dystopian Society


Propaganda is used to control the
citizens of society
Information, independent thought,
and freedom are restricted
Turn to your table
partner and point to
an example of this
in The Hunger
Games.

Characteristics of Dystopian Society


A figurehead or concept is
worshipped by the citizens of the
society
Name the
figurehead or
concept that is
worshipped by
the society in
Hunger
Games.

Characteristics of Dystopian Society


Citizens are perceived to be under
constant surveillance
Turn to your table
partner and point to
an example of this
in The Hunger
Games.

Characteristics of Dystopian Society


Citizens live in fear of the outside
world
The natural world is banished and
distrusted

Characteristics of Dystopian Society


Citizens live in a dehumanized state

Characteristics of Dystopian Society


Citizens conform to uniform
expectations. Individuality and
dissent are bad.

Characteristics of Dystopian Society


Society is an illusion of a perfect
utopian world.

Listen to each of the following value


statements silently. After taking a few
seconds to think about it, head towards
the pod door if you agree with the
statement. Head towards the window if
you disagree. If you have mixed
feelings, stay in the center of the room.

Young adults crave


stories of broken
societies because they
are aware that their own
world is falling apart

Teenagers who love


dystopian themes are the
ones who dont have to
face them. Teenagers
wouldnt enjoy dark fiction
if they lived in a culture
where violent death was a
major concern.

Fear is necessary for


society. Without fear of
punishment, most people
would not follow
societys rules.

Schools are places where


teens are subject to dress
codes, have few free
speech rights, are
constantly under
surveillance, where they sit
and rise at the sound of
the bell.

Surveillance keeps us safe.


The only people who need
to worry about it are
criminals.

Surveillance is a
violation of privacy and
personal freedom.

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