Question

read the excerpt from \harrison bergeron.\

the year was 2081, and everybody was finally equal. they werent only equal before god and the law. they were equal every which way. nobody was smarter than anybody else. nobody was better looking than anybody else. nobody was stronger or quicker than anybody else. all this equality was due to the 211th, 212th, and 213th amendments to the constitution, and to the unceasing vigilance of agents of the united states handicapper general.

the author is describing a society that is

uniform.
fair.
competitive.
free.

Explanation:

Analyze the text's description of society

The excerpt states that "everybody was finally equal" in every way: nobody was smarter, better looking, stronger, or quicker than anyone else. This absolute sameness across all individuals describes a state of complete uniformity.

Evaluate the multiple-choice options

• "uniform": Matches the description of everyone being identical in ability, appearance, and intelligence.
• "fair": The equality is enforced by handicaps and government agents, which is oppressive rather than genuinely fair.
• "competitive": The elimination of differences removes individual advantages, preventing natural competition.
• "free": The society is heavily regulated by the "unceasing vigilance" of government agents, meaning citizens are not free.

Answer:

• (A) uniform. (Correct answer)
• (B) fair.
• (C) competitive.
• (D) free.