Dystopian Worlds · 20th and 21st Century

The Individual vs. The Collective

Exploring the conflict between personal identity and the demands of a uniform, state-controlled society.

Key Questions

  1. 1Can an individual truly remain autonomous in a society designed for total conformity?
  2. 2How does the author use symbolism to represent the spark of human spirit?
  3. 3What is the significance of the ending in dystopian novels regarding the possibility of hope?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: English - Reading: LiteratureKS3: English - Reading: Critical Analysis
Year: Year 9
Subject: English
Unit: Dystopian Worlds
Period: 20th and 21st Century

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