Some parts of both The Giver and Omelas do have similar aspects but they disagree about the goodness of humans.

Question

write evidence and reasoning for this written by a seventh grader and 3 sentences for both

Answer 1

The Giver shows that humans can be good because they have the ability to feel emotions and make choices, like when Jonas decides to leave the community to save Gabriel. This act of bravery shows that even in a controlled world, people can choose to do the right thing for others. Jonas's journey represents hope and the belief that true goodness comes from understanding and compassion.

In contrast, Omelas suggests that human goodness is questionable because the happiness of the entire city depends on the suffering of one child. The citizens know about the child’s pain, yet they choose to ignore it to maintain their own joy. This emphasizes a darker perspective, arguing that people might prioritize their own happiness over the well-being of others, which questions the true nature of humanity.