Utopia ... Is There Such a Thing?
An Internet Hotlist on Utopian Societies

created by Mrs. Cinco in partnership with Mrs. Coleman
Sagamore Middle School

Introduction | Background Information | Societies


Introduction
 Utopia is a term for an ideal society. Do you think there IS such a thing as an 'Ideal Society?' Do you think there ever can be an 'Ideal Society?' At what point does a society become a cult?

The Giver shows a society that is very different from ours. Jonas’s world is perfect. There is no war, fear, or pain. Everything is controlled, the everyday decisions that we make are not available. They do not get to decide what they wear, eat or even where they work. Every person is assigned a role in the Community based upon their talents.

Would living in such a society make things easier? We wouldn’t have crime or poverty. Is it worth giving up our choices for a perfect world?

As we think about such issues, let’s look at other Utopian Societies.



The Internet Resources

Background Information

Societies
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Last revised Fri Jan 20 9:01:04 US/Pacific 2012