Worksheet on Never Let Me Go - Ethics and Technology
English
Year 9
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~14 mins
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A worksheet exploring ethical considerations related to technology as depicted in Never Let Me Go, focusing on creative writing tasks for Year 9 students.
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Worksheet on Never Let Me Go - Ethics and Technology
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Scene Summary and Context
In Kazuo Ishiguro's novel Never Let Me Go, the story unfolds in a world where human cloning has become a reality, raising profound ethical questions about the rights and humanity of clones. The narrative follows Kathy, Ruth, and Tommy, who grow up in a seemingly idyllic boarding school called Hailsham, which conceals darker truths about their purpose. As they mature, they become aware of their fate as organ donors, bringing to the forefront issues of consent, autonomy, and the moral implications of technological advancements in human reproduction. The novel examines how society's reliance on technology to create clones challenges traditional notions of identity and morality. Key phrases such as 'carefully guarded secret' and 'artificial life' highlight the tension between scientific progress and ethical responsibility, prompting readers to consider the real-world implications of cloning, genetic engineering, and biomedical ethics.
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Questions on Ethics and Technology
Answer each question thoughtfully. Where applicable, give examples from the text or your own ideas.
1.
In your own words, describe the ethical dilemma faced by the characters in Never Let Me Go regarding cloning and organ donation.
[2 marks]2.
Identify one literary technique used by Ishiguro to explore the theme of ethics in the novel. Provide a specific example.
[2 marks]3.
What short phrase from the text hints at society's denial of the moral issues surrounding cloning? (e.g., 'carefully guarded secret')
[1 mark]4.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the societal attitude towards clones in the novel?
a) They are fully accepted as individuals
b) They are considered special and valued
c) They are kept hidden and used for organ harvesting
d) They are given equal rights as humans
[1 mark]Aa) They are fully accepted as individuals
Bb) They are considered special and valued
Cc) They are kept hidden and used for organ harvesting
Dd) They are given equal rights as humans
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Explain how the theme of 'technology' in the novel challenges traditional ideas of morality and human rights.
[4 marks]6.
Identify and analyse one metaphor used by Ishiguro to imply the ethical issues of cloning or scientific progress.
[4 marks]7.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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