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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Ecotopia, what does a street mugger get in prison time?

2. What does the government use several channels of television for in Ecotopia?

3. What do the children do during their two hours of actual work at their school?

4. What do people sometimes consume on break from work in Ecotopia?

5. In what aspects of his life does Weston experience change through his visit to Ecotopia?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Ecotopia is particularly effective in conveying meaning through powerful imagery. Powerful imagery to establish connections in the minds of readers with the story's characters and plot. Imagery is the picture we form in our minds of the story we read. It can involve: visual, auditory, olfactory, gustatory, tactile, kinetic, and kinesthetic imagery. The author uses these imagery to translate words into a visual story that we can see and participate in within our minds. Describe the use of imagery in this Utopian novel.

Essay Topic 2

Politics are also referred to in the book. Callenbach refers to the politics of Ecotopians compared to that of Americans. Discuss the use of politics in the novel. Do you think politics are an important part of the book? Explain. How else could Callenbach incorporate politics into the book? Also examine the use of politics in relationships.

Essay Topic 3

In Ecotopia, crime is handled and treated very differently. For example, marijuana is legalized while theft can receive a heavy sentence. How does this compare with the American legal system? Do you find the Ecotopian legal system appealing? What do you think of their prison system? Is it effective? Is this fair? Why or why not? Discuss.

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