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A1.
Why did you make your final choice (to stay in the World State, go to the Reservation, or choose another path)? Explain your thoughts.
A2.
Looking back at the story, do you wish you could change any of your choices? Were there moments when you wanted a different option that wasn’t shown?
A3.
Do you think all the characters you interviewed were telling the truth about being happy? Why or why not?
A4.
Which character in the story do you feel is most like you? Why?
A5.
After seeing both societies, do you think the people on the Reservation would be better off if they joined the World State? Why or why not?
B1.
To create a stable society, the World State got rid of difficult art, deep feelings, and challenging ideas. Is this a good trade? What is most important for a society: stability, happiness, truth — or something else?
B2.
The World Controller argues that giving up some freedoms is worth it to get rid of big problems like war and poverty. Do you agree? Can you think of any examples from our world where people give up a little freedom for more safety?
B3.
The World State uses science and technology to solve human problems like sadness, loneliness, and discomfort. Do you think this is a good use of technology? What are the most important problems our world's technology should be trying to solve in the future?
B4.
The World State's solution for people who don't fit in (like Bernard) is to send them to an island. How does our own society treat people who think differently, challenge the rules, or don't fit in?
B5.
After exploring the World State and the Reservation, what is one important lesson you learned about what makes a "good" society? What is one rule you would want in a future society you help build? Why?
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