Novella written by Ayn Rand Meet Ayn Rand Read the section titled About Ayn Rand at the back of the novel What stands out to you about her life Why is she so influential to modern American thought and philosophy ID: 571137
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Anthem: A study of dystopian society
Novella written by
Ayn
RandSlide2
Meet Ayn
Rand
Read the section titled “About
Ayn
Rand” at the back of the novel.
What stands out to you about her life?
Why is she so influential to modern American thought and philosophy?
What obstacles did she have to overcome?
What was her guiding philosophy?Slide3
Essential Questions that lead to theme:
What is identity?
What is cultural identity?
What are our responsibilities to others based on this identity?
What role does society play in crafting identity?
How do current events and society influence our perspectives?Slide4
Essential Questions continued
What are our responsibilities to society and how can culture play a role in these responsibilities?
What is the current system of governmental ideology in America?
Is this system any more valid than other systems?
What system of government ideology did
Ayn
Rand experience in Russia?
How does this differ from American ideology?Slide5
Philosophical ideas in Anthem:
Utopia vs. Dystopia
Individualism vs. Collectivism
Selflessness (obliteration of individual thought)
Altruism
Egoism
Free Will
ConformitySlide6
World Views . . .
(to think about as you read)
As you read
Anthem
, take note of how the narrative presents Rand’s world view.
How would you describe her world view?
How is her worldview similar to or different from your own?
How has her philosophy influenced your own world view?
Do you think that her worldview is valid or worthy?Slide7
Assignment 1:
Today, read the author’s introduction and note any comments she makes on her purpose in writing.
Complete pp. 17-37 before class discussion tomorrow.
Chapter 1, question 1 will be a journal entry:
RTR: date Anthem’s society 1 para. FEF
In a small group, discuss and record your answers to the remaining discussion questions for chapter 1.
Be ready to share your thoughts whole group.
Do you enjoy working collectively or as an individual? Why?Slide8
Assignment 1 continued:
While viewing a clip from the movie
V for Vendetta,
consider the following: “What is V’s message to the populace?”
After viewing, write down your observations about the clip and what you believe V’s main message is.
What does V believe about the citizens’ role in allowing government to take control of their lives?Slide9
“Free will
means the choice
to think or not.”
-
Ayn
RandSlide10
What is the purpose of V’s slogan?
Do you agree with this message?
Is it a form of propaganda? Why/why not?Slide11
Can you make a connection to
Anthem?Slide12
Assignment 2:
Read pp. 37-58 (chapters 2-4) before class discussion tomorrow.
With your small group, discuss the questions for chapters 2-4.Slide13
A catalyst for rebellion . . .
Does every successful movement need one?Slide14Slide15
How is loss become a catalyst
for revolution
in Hunger Games?