Worksheet on Anita and Me: Cultural Clash in a Dystopian Future
English
Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A comprehension practice worksheet focusing on the novel Anita and Me, exploring themes of cultural clash set in a dystopian future context. Students analyze excerpts, identify literary techniques, and reflect on cultural tensions.
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Worksheet on Anita and Me: Cultural Clash in a Dystopian Future
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Introduction and Scene Summary
Scene Summary: In a bleak, dystopian future where societal divisions are heightened by environmental decay and technological control, the protagonist navigates a fractured community. Amidst suspicion and fear, cultural identities are challenged as external influences threaten traditional ways of life. The setting is characterized by crumbling infrastructure, surveillance states, and enforced conformity, creating an atmosphere of tension and distrust. The protagonist encounters a character named Anita, whose cultural background and attitude reflect the broader societal conflict—clashing values, resistance to change, and the struggle for identity. Key phrases such as 'controlled chaos' and 'fading traditions' highlight the environment's oppressive nature, while moments like 'silent resistance' indicate underlying defiance. This scene underscores the emotional and social upheaval caused by the dystopian landscape, emphasizing the importance of cultural heritage amid chaos.
1.
What is the setting described in the scene summary, and how does it reflect a dystopian future?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one phrase from the summary that indicates societal control or oppression.
[2 marks]B
Analyzing Literary Techniques
Review the excerpt below and answer the questions about the literary techniques used.
1.
Identify the metaphor in the excerpt and explain its significance.
[3 marks]2.
What literary technique is shown in 'a flicker of hope in the shadows of despair'?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Simile
Cc) Symbolism
Dd) Personification
C
Cultural Clash and Character Perspective
Scenario: The protagonist, caught between two worlds, observes Anita dismissing the traditional customs of their community, replacing them with her own ideas influenced by the oppressive technological regime. Anita's words are sharp, and her attitude reflects resistance to change but also fear of losing power.
1.
Describe how Anita’s attitude towards tradition reflects the broader theme of cultural clash in a dystopian society.
[3 marks]2.
How does the setting influence the characters' attitudes towards tradition?
[2 marks]D
Creative Response: Imagining Resistance
Write a short creative piece (about 150-200 words) imagining a scene where a character secretly resists the dystopian society’s suppression of their cultural identity. Include specific details about the environment and the character’s actions.
1.
Describe the setting and the character’s act of resistance in your scene.
2.
Explain the significance of this act of resistance within the context of cultural identity in a dystopian future.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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