During Reading | Activity V | Activity VI | Activity VII | Activity VIII |

After Reading | Activity IX | Activity X | Reading Response Questions

Introduction:

We are about to embark on several adventures through different futuristic societies that are considered utopias. One is considered PERFECT; one is less than perfect; while another was created out of desperation and necessity. Have you ever thought of various aspects within our own society you would like to change? Would you like to create your own place in life and live in a way that supports your beliefs and values? Here is your chance.

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Task:

While reading the novels, we will be exploring the several themes that run parallel between the stories including courage, friendship, the meaning of color, history and the concept of a perfect society. You will be working individually as well as in literature groups in order to complete the assigned tasks.

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Process:

The activities that follow are designed to be completed on your own. The pace in which you complete these activities will depend on your speed of reading the novel you have been assigned. Remember that although the pace is up to you, there will be deadlines set and activities will be due on the established due dates. Activities may be completed at home but be sure to print or email me your work in order to receive credit. beth.spataro@dpsnc.net

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Before Reading Activities :

Activity I:

Before reading your assigned novel, you must first gage your societal morals. A society is defined as “a community, nation, or broad grouping of people having common traditions, institutions, and collective activities and interests” (Meriam-Webster Online Dictionary). Therefore, what common beliefs do we hold as a society?

Society Introductory Survey

After each Pathfinder completes the survey we will hold a Socratic Seminar based on the results.

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Activity II

Next, we need to understand the type of society our characters live in. Each is considered a “utopia” to their creators. What exactly is a “utopia”?

Definition of Utopia

Socrates Proves That Virtue Is Its Own Reward . – United Streaming Video based on Socrates’ philosophy

In your own words, write a one page summary about what a Utopia is.

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Activity III

Now that you know what a “utopia” is. Think about our society. What aspects make it

perfect and which could we do without?

Personal Graphic Activity : Open and read directions before continuing.

Female Graphic: Open and print.

Male Graphic: Open and print.

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Activity IV

Blogmeister: Entry I: Utopia? : Complete before reading Chapter 1

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During Reading Activities:

Activity V

Blogmeister: Entry II: Fear: Complete after reading Chapter 1

Activity VI

 In each of the novels, color is symbolic. Each society deals with the colors around them differently. We will be conducting an experiment in class involving colors. After completing this experiment, complete the following activities.

Blogmeister: Entry III: Color: Complete after conducting color experiment

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Activity VII

Read the following articles on the psychology and symbolism of color:

“What Colors Mean”

“The Secret Influence of Color”

“Color Psychology I”

“Color Psychology II”

Apply what you have learned from the articles to this public opinion poll.

USA Today Public Opinion Poll

Next. . .

Write an evaluative essay connecting articles to novels.

Write a poem based on your favorite color.

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Activity VIII

Blogmeister: Entry IV: History

This Day in History Activity

Library of Congress: American Memory

History Channel: This Day in History

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After Reading Activities :

Activity IX

For this section you will be assigned to a group of five (5). As a group you will work together to create your own “Utopia.”

Create the Perfect Society

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Activity X

Blogmeister: Entry V: Freedom

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Reading Response Questions: You will be given a copy of each set of questions based on chapter groups. If you misplace your original copy it is your responsibility to acquire a new copy here in order to complete the assignment and turn it in for a grade on its due date. There will not be extra copies located in the classroom!!!!

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Evaluation:

Print a checklist of all the activities to keep track of the activities you have completed and the grade you have earned for each.

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Conclusion:

Congratulations you have completed this webquest. Now that you have read about a utopian society and created your own, can a utopia exist?

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