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Generate your own question that allows you to make a connection between the genre of “Harrison Bergeron” and a societal message. Consider using who, what, when, where, why, or how to ask a question.

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Imagine that it is 2081, and the World has transformed as it does in "Harrison Bergeron". What would a society where everyone's talents and minds are equal look like outside of the Bergeron's home? Would it be effective? Why or why not? Use examples from "Harrison Bergeron" to support your answer.

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An example for that question is: Who among the population would be satisfied with the global handicap?


Surely, the government admnistrators would feel most accomplished and relieved living in a world where nobody holds the wits, brawn, or beauty to challenge their positions. After all, in any society, someone must stand out above all the others to be a successful ruler. But regarding the populace, would it be possible for anyone to feel satisfied with this imposed lifestyle? Or would it be considered too "ingenious" to feel otherwise?

For some, this could be an utopia; For the to-be handicapped, it is opression.

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