The protagonist in the story is named Equality 7-2521. He is working as a street sweeper with International 4-8818. What do these names tell us about this society?
Select one:
a. Parents can probably select any name they wish for their children; a number is probably added just to make identification easier.
b. Personal and meaningful names are preferred.
c. The government has no means of controlling individuals from naming their children with any number they wish.
d. Names are meant to show something other than individuality.

Question

The protagonist in the story is named Equality 7-2521. He is working as a street sweeper with International 4-8818. What do these names tell us about this society?
Select one:
a. Parents can probably select any name they wish for their children; a number is probably added just to make identification easier.
b. Personal and meaningful names are preferred.
c. The government has no means of controlling individuals from naming their children with any number they wish.
d. Names are meant to show something other than individuality.

anonymous · Answer

D