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Theme Discussion Questions
Body Positivity
How do the characters in Uglies struggle with accepting their bodies?
How does the plastic surgery affect people under 16 years old's body positivity?
Does body-shaming often happen in real life? If so, how often?
What role does social media play in self-esteem?
Why is body positivity so big nowadays?
Society and Class
Does a hierarchy exist in Uglies? What is it?
Does a hierarchy exist in real life? Is it more or less specific?
How does Tally's class affect her decisions?
Why does someone's class determine how other people treat them?
How can you make a difference despite your class?
The Effect of Technology
How does the futuristic setting affect the plot of Uglies?
What would be different if it were set in a different setting?
Why does technology play a big role in not only Uglies, but our everyday lives?
How has the evolution of technology affected us?
What is something you would change about modern technology? Explain why you'd make those changes.
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