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Your task is to conduct research and select one contemporary real-world example, statistic, or expert opinion that connects to one of the dystopian themes.

1. Post a short summary (2–3 sentences) of your evidence and the source (link).

2. Explain how the real-world evidence connects to a dystopian theme.

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Introducing the Evidence

According to (expert/source), …

A recent (article/report/study) shows that …

Statistics reveal that …

Making the Connection to Dystopian Themes

This connects to the dystopian theme of … because …

This evidence reflects the fear of … which is also explored in the film.

Like the faction system in Divergent, this issue shows …

Applying to Persuasive Speech

This evidence could be used to argue that …

This supports the viewpoint that …

An audience would find this persuasive because …

This shows why dystopian texts are still relevant in today’s world since …

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"The federal statistics show nearly half — or 47% — of those currently detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) lack a criminal record and fewer than 30% have been convicted of crimes, a sign of the widening scope of President Trump's escalating crackdown on illegal immigration."

1. This news article shows how many immigrants are being detained under the Trump administration, even when they have not committed crimes. Reports also describe overcrowded facilities and limited access to legal support.

2. This connects to the themes of government control and loss of individual rights. In dystopian societies, people are often punished or locked up simply for being different or seen as a threat, not because of actual crimes. ICE detentions mirrors this by holding people without charges, creating fear and reducing personal freedom.

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ICE holding a record 59,000 immigrant detainees, nearly half with no criminal record, internal data show

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ICE is holding around 59,000 detainees in facilities across the country, likely setting a record high, according to internal government data obtained by CBS News.

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Which dystopian theme/concept are you most interested in for your persuasive speech, and why?

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Now that we’ve watched Divergent, let’s pull together your understanding. Choose one dystopian concept shown in the final scenes (e.g., surveillance, rebellion, division, government control).

Then answer the following questions:

1. What’s one dystopian concept you've identified in the movie Divergent?

2. What happened in the film related to this dystopian concept?

3. What is a real-world issue that mirrors this concept?

4. How could you use this in your speech?

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Use P.E.E.L to structure your persuasive paragraph.

Point: State your stance clearly. What do you believe about the issue?

I believe... / People should/shouldn’t...

Evidence: Use examples from The Giver/Divergent and a contemporary real-world example.

In the film... we see that... / This is shown when…

A real world example is... / Similar issues can be seen in…

Explanation: Explain why this piece of evidence matters. How does it prove your point?

This shows that... / This is important because...

Link: Restates your main point in a new way, be a call to action or a strong concluding thought that shows why this all matters.

Therefore... / It is clear that... / For this reason...

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The public has received propaganda towards charlie kirk and his views. Furthermore, the news is selective in the sources/views they feed to the public only showcasing his negagive side hence leading to the assassination.

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Charlie Kirk’s killing was a tragedy. But we must not rewrite his life | Moira Donegan

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In the wake of horror, honest accountings of his life have not only become rare – they have also become dangerous

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The result of the assassination came from an individual that didn't agree with Charlie's opinion. this could relate to the dystopian theme of social division as there were two different perspectives present.

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What we know about Charlie Kirk's assassination

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Officials on Friday arrested a suspect who they say shot and killed conservative activist Charlie Kirk, two days after the shocking scene at a Utah university.

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Controlment is in various amount of countries. Such as: North Korea, America, Australia, Russia, and Pakistan.

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A system of government is the structure by which a country is run.

Australia is a representative democracy, constitutional monarchy and a federation.

The Australian Constitution sets out that the power to make and manage laws is shared amongst different groups in Australia.

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What is the Australian system of government?

A system of government is the structure by which a country is run. Australia is a representative democracy and a constitutional monarchy. It is also a federation of states. Many features of Australia's system of government are based on the Westminster system.

Some examples of other systems of government are communism, dictatorship and republic.

Features

The key components of Australia's system of government are:

representative democracy

constitutional monarchy

a federation of states

an Australian Constitution which distributes the power to make and manage laws between the Parliament, the Executive and the Judiciary - this is known as the separation of powers.

Representative democracy

In a representative democracy, citizens choose people to represent them in a parliament. In Australia, federal elections are held approximately every 3 years to select members of parliament who will represent Australians and make laws on their behalf.

Examples of other representative democracies include the United States, the United Kingdom and Argentina.

Constitutional monarchy

In a constitutional monarchy a king or queen is the head of state but has limited power. They must follow the country's constitution and follow accepted practices known as conventions. Australia's head of state is His Majesty King Charles III. The Governor-General is appointed to act on behalf of the King in Australia.

Examples of other constitutional monarchies include Belgium, Tonga and Sweden.

Federation of states

A federation is a group of states that have joined together to form a single country. In 1901, 6 British colonies agreed to form the country of Australia. The colonies became Australian states and a federal - Australian - Parliament was created. The Australian Parliament has the power to make laws about national matters such as defence, immigration, trade and foreign affairs. The Australian Constitution - the set of rules by which Australia is run - sets out how the Australian and state parliaments share the power to make laws.

Three levels of government work together to make laws that provide Australians with the services they need. The three levels are:

Australian Parliament, in Canberra

state and territory parliaments, in each state and territory capital city

local councils - also called shires - across Australia.

Examples of other federations include Canada, India and Germany.

Separation of powers in Australia.

Parliamentary Education Office (peo.gov.au)

Separation of powers in the Australian Constitution

The Constitution defines 3 groups-the Parliament, the Executive and the Judiciary-and describes how they share power. The separation of powers helps to make sure that no group has all the power. Each group has their own area of responsibility:

Parliament (the legislature) makes and changes the law,

the Executive puts the law into action,

the Judiciary settles disputes about the law.

Examples of other countries that separate the Parliament, Executive and Judiciary include New Zealand, the Philippines and South Africa.

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Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza as controversy and concern grow over humanitarian aid

Updated on: May 26, 2025 / 7:26 PM EDT / CBS/AP

Israeli strikes killed at least 52 people in the Gaza Strip on Monday, including some 36 in a school-turned-shelter that was struck as people slept, igniting their belongings, according to local health officials. The military said it targeted militants operating from the school.

Hamas-led militants killed some 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and abducted 251 people in the 2023 terrorist attack. More than half the hostages have been returned in ceasefire agreements or other deals, eight have been rescued, and Israeli forces have recovered the remains of dozens more.

This real-world event connects to the dystopian characteristic of the survival of innocent civilians and the destruction of their homeland, leaving them lost and misplaced across the middle east and in foreign countries.

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This article states that the Australian dream is becoming impossible by rising costs brought on by a totalitarianism like government that only believes in growth and drives up prices. Also social division is growing as prices for cost of living rise.

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The ‘Australian dream’ versus a dystopian reality

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For young people today, the “Australian dream” is rapidly turning into a nightmare. Isaac Nellist reports.

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the result of the assasination of charlie kirk was from someone who disagreed with charlie kirks opinions. the public has recieved propaganda towardss charlie and his views. the news and sources only feed the public info that puts a negative effect on charlie kirk which led to his death

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'Russia now is like 1984': Inside a Russian dystopian library

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Steve RosenbergRussia Editor, in Ivanovo

BBC A sign in Russia reading To VictoryBBC

Russian propaganda tells people the country is marching on to economic and military success

If the billboards in Ivanovo are to be believed, Russia’s really going places.

“Record harvest!”

“More than 2000km of roads repaired in Ivanovo Region!”

“Change for the Better!”

In this town, a four-hour drive from Moscow, a giant banner glorifying Russia’s invasion of Ukraine covers the entire wall of an old cinema. With pictures of soldiers and a slogan:

“To Victory!”

These posters depict a country marching towards economic and military success.

But there is one place in Ivanovo that paints a very different picture of today’s Russia.

I’m standing outside it. There’s a poster here, too. Not of a Russian soldier, but a British novelist. George Orwell’s face stares down at passers-by.

The sign above it reads The George Orwell Library.

George Orwell library in Ivanovno

The small library keeps books about totalitarianism and dystopian worlds

Inside, the tiny library offers a selection of books on dystopian worlds and the dangers of totalitarianism.

There are multiple copies of Orwell’s classic novel Nineteen Eighty-Four; the story in which Big Brother is always watching and the state has established near-total control over body and mind.

“The situation now in Russia is similar to Nineteen Eighty-Four,” librarian Alexandra Karaseva tells me. “Total control by the government, the state and the security structures.”

In Nineteen Eighty-Four, the Party manipulates people’s perception of reality, so that citizens of Oceania believe that "war is peace" and "ignorance is strength".

Russia today has a similar feel about it. From morning until night, the state media here claims that Russia’s war in Ukraine is not an invasion, but a defensive operation; that Russian soldiers are not occupiers, but liberators; that the West is waging war on Russia, when, in reality, it was the Kremlin that ordered the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

“I’ve met people who are hooked on TV and believe that Russia isn’t at war with Ukraine, and that the West was always out to destroy Russia,” Alexandra says.

“That’s like Nineteen Eighty-Four. But it’s also like Ray Bradbury’s novel Fahrenheit 451. In that story the hero’s wife is surrounded by walls that are essentially TV screens, talking heads telling her what to do and how to interpret the world.”

Alexandra holds a copy of 1984

Alexandra Karaseva thinks Orwell's novel is now the reality in Russia

It was a local businessman, Dmitry Silin, who opened the library two years ago.

A vocal critic of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, he wanted to create a space where Russians could “think for themselves, instead of watching TV”.

Dmitry was later prosecuted for “discrediting the Russian armed forces”. He’d been accused of scrawling “No to war!” on a building. He denied the charge. He has since fled Russia and is wanted by police.

Alexandra Karaseva gives me a tour of the library. It’s a treasure trove of literary titans from Franz Kafka to Fyodor Dostoevsky. There is non-fiction, too; histories of the Russian Revolution, of Stalin’s repressions, the fall of communism and of modern Russia’s failed attempts to build democracy.

The books you can borrow here are not banned in Russia. But the subject matter is very sensitive. Any honest discussion of Russia’s past or present can bring problems.

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Donald Trump issues serious warning to Russia as Ukraine peace talks stall

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US President Donald Trump has issued a sanctions warning to Russia as Moscow continues its strikes on Ukraine.

Peace talks between the two sides appear to have stalled as European leaders respond to a drone incursion by Moscow into Polish territory.

Less than a month after meeting with Vladimir Putin, President Trump claims he’s losing patience with the Russian President and is renewing his threat to put new sanctions on Moscow.

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Donald Trump being shot at a campaign rally in 2024 feels dystopian because it highlights the collapse of political stability, the rise of violence, and deepening distrust in institutions. The assassination attempt, which left Trump wounded and others killed or injured, immediately triggered waves of conspiracy theories and partisan blame, showing how fractured and suspicious public discourse has become. Security failures, chaotic visuals of blood and panic, and the sense that even top leaders are no longer safe all add to the dystopian atmosphere, where democracy appears fragile and fear, anger, and division dominate political life.

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Donald Trump has touched down in New Jersey hours after being shot in the ear in an assassination attempt during a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday local time.
 
 

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According to a 2023 report by Amnesty International, over 27 million people worldwide are living in modern slavery, including forced labor and human trafficking.

"Amnesty International’s latest report reveals that despite laws against human trafficking and forced labor, millions remain trapped in modern slavery, unable to escape exploitation and abuse."

This report shows how many people around the world continue to suffer under oppressive systems that deny them freedom and basic human rights. This connects to the dystopian theme of loss of freedom and systemic control, where individuals are controlled and exploited by powerful entities.

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The North Korean economy is strictly controlled and the government funnels money into its nuclear and missile programs despite widespread shortages of food, fuel and other basic necessities.

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After decades in the political wilderness, North Korea has spent the past year in a flurry of diplomatic activity.

But talks with the US, China and South Korea have so far focused entirely on trade and denuclearisation. North Korea's woeful human rights record is one topic that is yet to come up - and it's likely to remain that way.

The UN says North Koreans live under "systematic, widespread and gross human rights violations". Here are just some of the issues:

Total government control

Isolated from the rest of the world, North Korea has been ruled by the Kim family for three generations, and its citizens are required to show complete devotion to the family and its current leader, Kim Jong-un.

The state controls everything, and actively spies on its citizens using a vast surveillance and informer network.

The economy is also strictly controlled and the government funnels money into its nuclear and missile programme despite widespread shortages of food, fuel and other basic necessities.

Brad Adams, Asia director of Human Rights Watch (HRW), told the BBC that North Korea has only been able to develop an expensive nuclear programme because it is a totalitarian state, and it's done so by "taking food out of the stomachs of hungry North Koreans".

North Koreans get all their news, entertainment and information from state media, which unfailingly praises the leadership.

According to RSF, citizens can be sent to prison for viewing, reading or listening to content provided by international media outlets.

Mobile phones are more common than they used to be, but making an overseas phone call doesn't come easy.

"You would have to get a Chinese cell phone on the black market, drive to the Chinese border and then even along the way state agents may stop you," Arnold Fang, a researcher from Amnesty International, explained to the BBC.

Internet access is available for the elite few in the capital, Pyongyang, who lead relatively comfortable lives. Others may have restricted access. The country has its own very basic intranet - a closed network which certain people are allowed to use.

But most North Koreans will likely never go online.

Religious freedom

The constitution promises a "right to faith" and there are Buddhists, Shamanists and followers of Chondoism - a native Korean religion - North Korea. State-controlled churches also exist.

But Mr Fang says this is all largely for show.

"In reality, there is no freedom of religion. Everyone is indoctrinated to treat the Kim family almost as something to worship."

North Korea also takes a dim view on foreign missionaries. Among its most famous detainees was Kenneth Bae, a Korean-American evangelist who ran Christian tours to North Korea.

He was sentenced to 15 years of hard labour in 2013 for "anti-government" crimes. He was released in 2014 on health grounds.

Prison camps and conditions

"North Korea has been said to be the world's biggest open prison camp," said Mr Adams. "I don't think that's unfair."

People can be jailed for almost anything, activists say, with crimes ranging from watching a South Korean DVD to trying to defect.

People convicted of political crimes are often sent to brutal labour camps, which involve physical work such as mining and logging.

Amnesty has described the prison camps as "harsh beyond endurance". Detainees face torture and beatings by guards, and women are left especially vulnerable to sexual coercion and abuse.

Not all those in prison have actually committed crimes. North Korea practices collective punishment, so if one member of a family is found guilty it's possible that their whole family gets punished.

North Korea makes liberal use of the death penalty and has been known to conduct public executions.

Foreign detentions

Foreign nationals in North Korea have been arrested and detained for extended periods of time - often kept as prisoners for political reasons and used as diplomatic pawns at opportune moments.

Six South Korean prisoners are still believed to be in detention.

North Korea has also admitted to kidnapping at least 13 Japanese citizens in the 1970s, who they used to train their spies in the Japanese language and customs.

Among other noted kidnappings were a famous South Korean actress and her ex-husband, a film director, who were taken in the 1970s. They were forced to make films for the state but later managed to escape.

Forced labour

Former students who defected from North Korea told HRW that their schools forced them to work for free on farms twice a year - at ploughing and harvest time - for one month at a time.

North Korea also sends hundreds of thousands of people to work overseas as low-cost labour - with many of them essentially working under slave-like conditions.

It has sent workers to places like China, Kuwait and Qatar - though most countries have stopped renewing work visas to North Koreans to comply with UN sanctions. However, reports have emerged that North Koreans are still working in some places despite sanctions.

"Many overseas workers live in a monitored dormitory where there is no freedom of movement, rendering them essentially prisoners," said Mr Adams.

A large percentage of workers' salaries are usually seized by the state - a huge source of income for the country.

Women's rights

Discrimination against women very much exists, but "there isn't a way to measure inequality in the North like how you measure the wage gap between males and females", says Mr Fang.

Though North Korea presents itself as nominally equal society, women are said to be deprived of education and job opportunities.

"Women are really vulnerable - sexual violence exists but if someone assaults them they have no-one to complain to," says Mr Adams.

Reports are also rampant of women facing torture, rape and other sexual abuses while held in detention facilities - and of widespread sexual abuse in the military.

Children and malnutrition

Children in North Korea do receive education, though some have to drop out of school early to help their families survive economically, according to Mr Fang.

The school curriculum is "dominated by the country's political agenda, restricting their knowledge from a very early age".

North Korea routinely rejects criticism of its rights records - it has said its citizens "feel proud of the world's most advantageous human rights system" - and points the finger at the flaws of other countries.

But Mr Adams of HRW says the topic of human rights in North Korea is "a bottomless pit".

"Everyone's looking out for their own interests. No-one's looking out for the interests of North Korea's citizens".

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North Korea relates to dystopia because of their strict government control and limited freedom, which cause people to live in fear. Citizens also lack basic needs and have a hard time surviving.

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North Korea, often seen as a tyrannical dictatorship, is more than that-it is a dystopian, isolated society.The history of North Korea is filled with the pain of war. Over the last seventy years, the country has been ruled by dictators and oppressive rulers who sought to control its population through censorship, restriction of human rights, and surveillance.North Korea is not only oppressive in terms of government control-it is a society where citizens lack access to education, healthcare, and other basic human needs.

In North Korea, citizens are constantly monitored and monitored by the state, and any expressions of dissent are punished severely.The government of North Korea has a zero-tolerance policy towards political dissidents or anyone who speaks out against the government.The government also censors the internet and media, allowing only state-sanctioned materials to be broadcast.

The economy of North Korea has been in a state of unrest since the 1980s, with the country suffering from high levels of poverty and inequality.With a large military and defense budget and little economic investment in infrastructure or industry, the economy has stagnated, making it difficult for ordinary citizens to access basic resources.In addition, wages are low and the workforce is largely unskilled, resulting in a population that is overwhelmingly impoverished.

In North Korea, human rights are severely restricted, with citizens unable to participate in political or social activities that the government does not approve of.Arbitrary arrests and detentions of those who express dissent or criticism are commonplace, with reports of torture and other cruel treatment being regularly reported.North Korea also has one of the most severe censorship regimes in the world, with access to the internet and other media being severely restricted.

The government of North Korea regularly carries out mass surveillance of its citizens, using security cameras and listening devices placed in public spaces to record conversations and monitor movements.In addition, North Korea has a strict policy on censorship, with citizens being subjected to occasional searches and monitoring of their activities and communications.

North Korea's oppressive political landscape has a direct effect on its citizens, leaving them unable to access basic resources, education and healthcare, and denying them the right to freely express themselves without fear of retribution.Citizens are constantly living in a state of fear and uncertainty, with the government's heavy-handed tactics making it difficult for them to move forward with their lives.

Political Power Dynamics

North Korea is ruled by a single political party that exercises absolute power over the citizens. The party is composed of the Kim family, who are the sole rulers of North Korea. It is extremely difficult for citizens to challenge the current political system, as power is concentrated in the hands of the elite few. This has resulted in a growing disaffection among the general public, creating an even wider divide between the rulers and their citizens.

The lack of free elections and the lack of a free press in North Korea only serves to further disempower the population, creating a society where people cannot voice their opinions and aspirations without fear of retribution from the state.As a result, North Korea is a closed society where political decisions are made by the ruling elite and citizens are left feeling powerless and unable to effect change.

The government of North Korea is also notorious for its human rights abuses. Citizens are denied basic freedoms such as the right to freedom of speech and the right to a fair trial. Reports of torture, disappearances and executions are commonplace in North Korean prisons, and citizens are regularly subjected to oppressive surveillance.

Cultural Isolation

North Korea is an isolated nation, as citizens are not permitted to leave the country and foreign visitors are rare. This has had a severe impact on the culture of North Korea, as the government heavily regulates access to art, music, and literature.Expressing dissent or criticism of the government can lead to severe repercussions for citizens. This has led to a culture of fear and silence, making it difficult for people to express themselves and feel comfortable in their own country.

In addition, North Korea's isolation from the world has led to a severely underdeveloped economy, with the country lacking basic infrastructure and resources.This lack of resources has led to widespread poverty, with food shortages and malnutrition being commonplace in the country.In addition, access to education and healthcare is severely limited, resulting in a population that is generally uneducated and lacking access to vital resources.

The lack of access to information and the strict controls placed on citizens in North Korea have had a severe impact on the country's cultural growth. The government acts as a gatekeeper, disallowing any new ideas or opinions that it deems illegal or threatening to its power. As a result, North Korea has seen little cultural progress over the years, making it difficult for new ideas to take root.

Impact of North Korean Dystopia

The harsh policies of North Korea have had a severe impact on its citizens, who are effectively living in a dystopia.The lack of resources, human rights, and opportunities has resulted in a population that is disadvantaged, disempowered, and fearful.This has resulted in a population that is unable to realize its full potential, and an economy that is unable to develop and grow.

The negative implications of North Korea's dystopia also extend beyond its borders, as the country serves as a symbol of fear and oppression around the world.The international community has strongly condemned North Korea's policies and urged the government to reform its policies and embrace human rights.At the same time, the country has been subjected to strict economic sanctions, making it very difficult for the government to implement any changes.

It is clear that North Korea is a society characterized by oppression, isolation, and human rights abuses, and it is likely to remain this way until the current regime is no longer in power.The international community must therefore continue to pressure the North Korean government to accept reforms and to uphold basic human rights.Only then can North Korea begin to move towards a brighter future.

Role of International Community

The international community has an important role to play in helping North Korea move towards a more open and democratic society.There have been some positive steps taken in recent years, with the UN Security Council pushing for the rights of the North Korean people to be respected and for the re-engagement of the international community.

The international community can help North Korea by pushing for greater transparency and accountability from the government. This could include advocating for greater access to the internet, the freedom of information, and the restoration of basic human rights.International organisations can also put pressure on North Korea to end its repression of civil society, and to embrace democracy and the rule of law.

In addition, the international community can provide support to North Koreans who are trying to make positive change in their country. This could include granting asylum and providing legal assistance to dissidents, and providing humanitarian aid to those in need.The international community must also work together to ensure that North Korea is held accountable for its human rights abuses, and that its citizens are treated with the dignity and respect they deserve.

Conclusion

North Korea is a society characterized by oppression and human rights abuses, and the situation for its citizens is dire.The international community has an important role to play in helping North Korea move towards a more open and democratic society, and it is up to all of us to ensure that the government is held accountable and that its citizens can live in freedom and dignity.

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In many dystopian societies, one of the most pressing and insidious issues is the systematic erosion of personal freedom under the guise of security, efficiency, or social stability, where governments or controlling authorities implement pervasive surveillance systems that monitor every aspect of citizens’ lives, from their communications and movements to their online activity and even their thoughts and emotions, creating an environment in which individuals are constantly aware that any deviation from prescribed norms could result in punishment, ostracism, or worse, and this fear becomes internalized, causing people to censor themselves, suppress dissent, and conform unquestioningly to the rules imposed upon them; such societies often justify these measures through propaganda that portrays compliance as virtuous and rebellion as dangerous, and by controlling education, media, and cultural narratives, they shape citizens’ understanding of reality, leaving them unable to distinguish between truth and manipulation, while the concentration of power in the hands of a few elites ensures that economic inequality, social stratification, and exploitation become entrenched, meaning that the marginalized or those who fail to conform face extreme hardship, limited opportunities, or even elimination, and all of this combines to create a cycle where fear, obedience, and hopelessness prevent collective action or meaningful resistance, illustrating how the loss of personal freedoms in a dystopian system not only undermines individual rights and autonomy but also erodes trust, community, and the very fabric of human dignity, ultimately producing a society in which survival and compliance overshadow creativity, justice, and the pursuit of happiness, leaving the populace trapped in a constant state of anxiety and submission.

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Government control means the government makes decisions that affect how a country is run. This includes creating laws and rules that people must follow. For example, the government controls taxes to pay for public services like schools and hospitals. Therefore, government control helps organize society and keep everything functioning smoothly.

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Government control is crucial for maintaining order and protecting citizens, as demonstrated by strict food safety regulations. It safeguards public health and promotes fairness, preventing corporations from prioritising profit over safety. Government regulation is not about limiting freedom, but about creating a stable, just society where everyone can thrive.

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In a world where governments and companies watch everything we do all the time, people lose their privacy and freedom. When someone is always being watched, they start to feel scared and stop being themselves. This constant spying stops people from speaking their minds or trying new ideas because they worry about getting into trouble. If we let this happen, we will live in a world where no one can be free, and everyone just follows the rules without question. We need to stand up against this kind of control to protect our rights and keep our freedom.

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Surveillance in modern society raises serious concerns about personal freedom and privacy. Governments and corporations increasingly use cameras, facial recognition, and data tracking to monitor everyday activities, often without our full knowledge or consent. How would you feel knowing every step you take, every word you type, and every place you visit is being watched? Is this the price we must pay for safety? While surveillance is often justified as a tool for security, it can also feel like a silent invasion—stripping individuals of their dignity, autonomy, and sense of safety in their own lives. The fear of being constantly monitored creates anxiety and discourages free expression. If we allow surveillance to grow unchecked, we risk trading our essential freedoms for an illusion of protection—an exchange that no democratic society should accept

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In The Giver, surveillance is portrayed as a powerful tool that destroys personal freedom and individuality. The community’s leaders constantly monitor citizens through cameras and rules that control every part of their lives, even tracking emotions. This constant observation prevents people from developing thoughts or making real choices. It creates a society where obedience replaces creativity, and fear replaces trust. By removing privacy, the community removes what makes people truly human. Therefore, surveillance in The Giver serves as a warning about how controlling surveillance can be.

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The censorship of individuals will eventually lead to full government control. It is the first step in the destruction of freedom it may start with a sensible reason but eventually the line will be pushed and they will censor more and more if news corporation are all that can be relied on they will eventually be bribed told to push certain stories and ignore others creating a bias the wider populus will share and with control over information they will start doing what they want.

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In a dystopian future, government control can become a dangerous issue because it suppresses people's freedom and restricts them from everyday activities. When the government controls everything, people's individuality and happiness are lost. This type of control is excessive and unnecessary form of safety which ends up causing more bad than good. Government control is often due to them having too much power and must be avoided to maintain a free and fair world.

Manuel

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Surveillance is often viewed as a safety measure, one that protects us, and I personally believe that surveillance is often very effective. But we must be weary with who we trust with the control of the system, because too often I am appalled to see horrible people in control. In the film the giver, we see surveillance at its most dangerous, high sensitivity microphones with cameras watch the every move of the citizens and they have no idea, there are even cameras in their home. they are used to catch jonas spreading the memories, criminating him in the beliefs of their society. This clearly shows that surveillance is dangerous and should be very closely monitored, to stop the worst people in our society to hold control of the most valuable part of the modern society.

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My Dystopian issue is that in the movie "The Giver" the people in the community are being controlled by the government/higher ups.

It is evident why because their is a given curfew, medication, and job choosing. People are told what to do when to do it and this proves that they are controlled by the government. The government also controls the by also not telling them what's in the injection as it takes away their right to love and their memory's are swiped.

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In dystopian societies there is often Government issues, a rather significant one would be surveillance, which in societies it causes major privacy and safety concerns/issues. Surveillance is often used by the Government in these societies to monitor and extort the public, often using evidence of the towns people's activities to achieve order and "peace". This can be seen in films like divergent and the giver, where the governments/councils utilize hidden cameras amongst the living spaces and public spaces in the societies to maintain perfect order and keep all citizens "safe". The evidence presented, highly suggests that all societies should be free to do as they wish, to avoid extortion and government control and illegal use of surveillance equipment.

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Dystopian societies are dangerous Dystopian societies are dangerous because they take away freedom, making people feel trapped and powerless. When people cannot make their own choices, fear and control dominate their lives. Happiness and individuality disappear, and life becomes unfair. Protecting freedom is essential so that people can think, act, and dream for themselves, creating a fair and meaningful society.

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Dystopian societies are dangerous Dystopian societies are dangerous because they take away freedom, making people feel trapped and powerless. When people cannot make their own choices, fear and control dominate their lives. Happiness and individuality disappear, and life becomes unfair. Protecting freedom is essential so that people can think, act, and dream for themselves, creating a fair and meaningful society.

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Would you want to live in a world full of secrets? well the film "The Giver" represents a dystopian world, hiding the bad secrets from the people. The main character "Jonas" recognizes that everyone should be able to experience the wonders of life. the government finds out that Jonas is trying to spread these secrets, so they use cameras to spy and monitor his every movement to make sure he doesn't tell anyone.

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Government Control:

Would you want to live in a society where the government takes all your freedom and power, to use it against you and control you. I believe that government control has a negative effect on society. In the film the Giver we see that Governments survey and control the society by having cameras everywhere and brainwashing people into thinking taking injections everyday is a good thing for the town. A real world example would be North Korea, where you cannot leave the country or do regular things. Government controlled societies are proven to be bad and it restricts peoples power in having freedom.

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Would you feel comfortable in your own home if someone had eyes on your 24/7. Surveillance can be turned from a matter of security, into spying and leading to the abuse of peoples powers. In divergent, we see that the main elder has kept track of the receiver through cameras all around the community spying on him without knowing. In real life cameras are being used as perverted gateways and are leaving people uncomfortable in public places. Would want to feel safe in a public place. This shows that simple things can be abused and broken of their original meaning.

Oliver B

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Imagine living every moment in fear, knowing that your every word, thought, and action is being watched until even your own mind no longer feels safe. Surveillance is a dystopian issue because it takes away people’s freedom and privacy. In dystopian societies, governments use constant watching to control citizens and stop them from speaking or thinking freely. This creates fear and obedience, making people act like machines instead of individuals. When people know they are always being watched, they lose their ability to express opinions or make independent choices.