Central Ideas in Utopian Literature
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What is the central idea of this passage?

The Utopians give valuables to children, who treat them as toys.

How do the details about how the Utopians treat valuables develop the central idea?

They make an analogy between children outgrowing playing with valuables and children outgrowing playing with toys.

What is the central idea of this passage?

The Utopians work hard to make gold and silver seem less valuable.

Which details develop the central idea by giving examples of ways the Utopians make gold and silver less valuable? (Select all that apply)

<p>The Utopians use gold to chain enslaved people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What feature of English society is More most likely critiquing?

<p>Greed and self-interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Central Ideas of Utopia

  • Utopians give valuables to children, treated as toys, emphasizing a unique perspective on wealth and materialism.
  • The analogy between children outgrowing toys and their approach to valuables highlights the theme of maturity and perspective on wealth.

Treatment of Valuables

  • The Utopians aim to diminish the value of gold and silver through practical usage.
  • Utilizing gold for items like chamber-pots and for chaining enslaved individuals demonstrates the belief that material wealth should not be revered.

Critique of Society

  • Thomas More critiques English society through the lens of Utopians, focusing on themes of greed and self-interest.
  • The focus on how valuables are treated serves as a commentary on the flawed values of contemporary society.

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This quiz focuses on the central themes and context found in Utopian literature, particularly how characters interact with valuables. Through flashcards, you'll explore the nuances of these ideas and their implications in understanding Utopian societies.

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