DNA - Morality in Modern Fiction
English
Year 9
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring themes of morality within modern fiction texts related to DNA, focusing on creative writing tasks for Year 9 students.
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DNA - Morality in Modern Fiction
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Scene Summary and Context
In a contemporary setting, a young scientist discovers a groundbreaking genetic experiment that could alter human morality. The scene depicts her internal conflict as she debates whether to proceed with her research, knowing it could have profound ethical implications. As she reflects, she quotes: 'The line between right and wrong is often blurred.' The narrative explores themes of moral responsibility, the influence of science on human values, and the dilemmas faced when technology pushes the boundaries of morality. The character's choices highlight the complex moral landscape of modern scientific advancement, raising questions about the limits of ethical conduct and the consequences of scientific discovery in society.
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Questions on Morality in Modern Fiction
Answer the following questions based on the scene summary provided.
1.
What is the main moral dilemma faced by the scientist in the scene?
[2 marks]2.
How does the quote 'The line between right and wrong is often blurred' reflect the theme of morality?
[2 marks]3.
Identify one literary device the author uses to emphasise the moral complexity of the situation.
[3 marks]4.
Describe how the character’s internal conflict enhances the theme of morality.
[4 marks]5.
In your own words, explain what 'blurring of moral boundaries' might mean in a modern scientific context.
[2 marks]6.
Choose the option that best represents a moral challenge faced by scientists today.
Aa) Publishing research openly
Bb) Balancing scientific progress and ethical concerns
Cc) Securing funding for experiments
Dd) Collaborating with international teams
7.
Propose a moral dilemma for a protagonist in a modern fiction story involving DNA manipulation.
8.
Write a short paragraph analysing how a modern author might use dialogue to explore moral conflict in a DNA research scene.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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