The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas

What is the concept of utopia and how is it portrayed in the story?

• A dystopian society where everyone is suffering and unhappy

• A perfect society where everyone is equal and content

• A chaotic society where there are no rules or order

• An imagined perfect society or community, portrayed as a city of happiness and prosperity at the cost of the suffering of one child

Discuss the symbolism of the child in 'The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas'.

• The child symbolizes the intelligence and wisdom of the elders in Omelas

• The child symbolizes the joy and happiness of the people in Omelas

• The child symbolizes the suffering and sacrifice of the marginalized and oppressed in society.

• The child symbolizes the power and authority of the ruling class

What are the philosophical implications of the story in relation to happiness and morality?

• It suggests that sacrificing the happiness of one individual is justified for the benefit of the majority.

• It implies that happiness is the ultimate goal and morality should not be a concern.

• It argues that morality is irrelevant when it comes to achieving happiness.

• It questions the morality of sacrificing the happiness of one individual for the benefit of the majority.

How does the author critique societal norms in the story?

• By ignoring the societal norms and focusing on individual happiness

• By depicting a utopian society built on the suffering of a single child, challenging the idea of collective happiness at the expense of an individual's suffering.

• By celebrating the traditional values and customs of the society

• By promoting the idea of sacrificing individual happiness for the greater good

Explain the significance of the city of Omelas in the context of utopia.

• It represents a society free from any form of suffering or injustice

• It raises questions about the ethical and moral implications of a seemingly perfect society built on the suffering of a single child.

• The city is a symbol of technological advancement and prosperity

• Omelas is a metaphor for a society based on equality and fairness

What does the child symbolize in the story and how does it relate to the concept of sacrifice?

• The child symbolizes happiness and relates to the concept by bringing joy to the city

• The child symbolizes the concept of sacrifice and relates to the concept by being the source of suffering that allows the rest of the city to thrive.

• The child symbolizes freedom and relates to the concept by being a symbol of hope for the city

• The child symbolizes wealth and relates to the concept by being the source of prosperity for the city

Discuss the ethical dilemma presented in the story and its implications on society.

• The ethical dilemma in the story is about the struggle for power and control among individuals.

• The ethical dilemma is about the importance of material possessions over human life.

• The story presents an ethical dilemma related to the treatment of animals in society.

• The ethical dilemma revolves around the sacrifice of one individual for the happiness of the majority, raising questions about the value of individual lives versus the greater good.

How does the story challenge the traditional idea of a perfect society?

• By depicting a society where everyone is wealthy and successful

• By portraying a society where everyone is happy and content with their lives

• By showing a society that is free from any form of suffering or injustice

• By revealing the hidden suffering and injustice that underpins the seemingly utopian society of Omelas.

Explain the role of individual choice and responsibility in the narrative.

• They contribute to the moral dilemma and the decision-making process of the characters.

• They are irrelevant to the story

• They lead to the characters making irrational decisions

• They have no impact on the narrative

What are the parallels between the fictional society of Omelas and real-world societal issues?

• The abundance of resources and lack of scarcity in society

• The absence of any ethical dilemmas or moral conflicts in society

• The complete absence of inequality and suffering in society

• The sacrifice of the happiness of a few for the benefit of the majority, the ethical dilemma of whether the ends justify the means, and the presence of inequality and suffering in society.