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9.2.7 Quiz: Analyze Bradbury and Vonnegut
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Which theme best represents Vonnegut's story "Harrison Bergeron"?

A. When people's freedoms are too tightly restricted, they will eventually act out in extreme ways.
B. Human interaction is more productive when monitored and organized by an outside source.
C. People's talents and gifts must be used for the good of mankind, not for personal profit.
D. When society fails to react to problems, the consequences are detrimental.



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Final answer:

The theme of 'Harrison Bergeron' by Vonnegut is about the consequences of tightly restricted freedoms leading to extreme actions.


Explanation:

The theme that best represents Vonnegut's story 'Harrison Bergeron' is Option A: 'When people's freedoms are too tightly restricted, they will eventually act out in extreme ways.'

In the story, set in a dystopian society, individuals are forced to wear handicaps to limit their abilities and make everyone equal. The extreme actions of the characters reflect the consequences of overly restrictive measures on freedom.


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