Choose two of the “other worlds” described in the unit. Compare and contrast the ways these other worlds impacted the real world for the characters.
Two of the "other worlds" described in the unit are the virtual reality world in "Ready Player One" and the supernatural world in "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone." These two worlds impacted the real world for the characters in different ways.
In "Ready Player One," the characters escape the harsh reality of their world by immersing themselves in the virtual reality world called the OASIS. This other world provides them with an escape from their mundane lives and allows them to experience adventures, social interactions, and opportunities they would not have in the real world. The OASIS impacts the characters by giving them a sense of purpose and belonging, allowing them to form relationships and find joy, and even providing them with the opportunity to win a life-changing fortune. It becomes their refuge from the real world's problems and influences their thoughts, actions, and motivations.
On the other hand, in "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone," the characters are introduced to the magical world hidden within the real world. The impact this other world has on the characters is twofold. Firstly, it disrupts their understanding of the real world by challenging their preconceived notions of what is possible. Characters like Harry are forced to confront their own magical abilities and accept the existence of magical creatures and phenomena. Secondly, this other world opens up new possibilities for the characters. They are able to acquire knowledge, skills, and friendships that were not accessible to them in the real world. The magical world impacts the characters by providing them with hope, a sense of purpose, and a community that accepts and supports them.
While both of these other worlds provide an escape from the real world, they differ in the way they impact the characters. The virtual reality world in "Ready Player One" primarily impacts the characters by providing an escape, whereas the magical world in "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone" impacts the characters by expanding their understanding of what is possible and introducing new opportunities and challenges.