The Giver A Dystopia Essay

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In the book The Giver the book is portrayed as a utopian society. On the other hand everyone is always being watched and studied, which could make the community a dystopia. In my opinion the book is a dystopia. It is not a perfect community, it has its flaws which makes it a dystopia. From a baby until getting chosen for a job they are watched, everyday of their lives. ¨Attention. This is a reminder to male elevens that objects are not to be removed from the Recreation Area and that snacks are to be eaten, not hoarded had been specifically directed at him, the day last month that he had taken an apple home.” You can tell from that sentence that there are cameras all around, watching all day and night. That´s how the community knew

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