Question

werent only equal before god and the law. they were set 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.
which statement best describes the overall impact of the setting?
a. the repetition of the word
obody\ emphasizes that everyone has the same abilities.

b. the emphasis on government - enforced equality suggests that something is very wrong with society.

c. the amendments to the constitution are ironic because the constitution is meant to protect peoples rights.

d. the depiction of the bergerons watching television at home implies that people have become isolated from each other.

Explanation:

To determine the best statement, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The repetition of "Nobody" emphasizes enforced equality (everyone same), but the context of amendments and Handicapper General (from "Harrison Bergeron") shows this equality is forced, making A less about impact.
• Option B: The government - enforced equality (via amendments, Handicapper General) creates a dystopian society where people are restricted (e.g., no one smarter, better - looking, etc.). This enforced equality is wrong as it suppresses individuality, matching the overall impact of the setting.
• Option C: The amendments are not about protecting rights but enforcing sameness, so C is incorrect.
• Option D: The Bergerons watching TV is a minor detail, not the overall impact.

Answer:

B. The emphasis on government - enforced equality suggests that something is very wrong with society.