1. JOURNAL 27 INTRO TO SCIENCE FICTION What is science fiction? List some science fiction stories, books, and Films. What are some common themes/characters/ideas in science fiction?

2.  Science + horror  Not completely factual, but plausible  Futuristic  Showcases potential of science and invention  Dystopian (when a utopia *perfect society* goes wrong, very wrong)  Protagonist who is originally with society, but then goes against  Based on a“What if” – A scientific invention or human aspiration – A devastating phenomenon: such as an epidemic, apocalyptic situation, or the threat of losing human civilization

3. As we watch a scene from a sci-fi film, make a list of the sci-fi qualities you notice in addition to elements of the setting: time/era, location, weather, season, sights, sounds