Control Society/Ms. Sue

Control Society
ิBy Chaolert

The world has so many problems now that people want a perfect world. This perfect world is known as Utopia. Utopia is perfect because there is no war, fear, pain or choice. This is the world of Jonas. People live in a controlled society. For example, a person’s role in the society is specifically assigned rather than a personal choice.

To begin with, the advantage of a controlled society is discipline. People are not selfish. As in school, students must comply with rules. If they don’t, they are punished.

On the other hand, Utopia also has disadvantages. There is no freedom to choose. For example, in this novel, Jonas does not have the freedom to choose a job he would like. At twelve years old, he is assigned to a training program, chosen by a special committee.

A controlled society has both advantages and disadvantages. Our world is not perfect but we can make it close. To do this, we should allow freedom but should not be careless with it.