Convenience is a key to any village, land, or in this case a Utopian community. Since majority of upstanding American citizens do not prefer complex lifestyles, the Utopia is designed to be extremely accessible. The community revolves around both an agricultural and industrial lifestyle. In this case, residents are given a choice to whether they want to work in a factory or a farm. Since the farming land is encompassed with an urban setting, the residents virtually live in the best of both worlds. Also, equality between sexes and freedom of religion are promoted through the land. All types of prejudice towards people—including blacks—are eliminated and replaced with mere acceptance. Inhabitants of this Utopia will live the most harmonious lifestyle a society can offer.
This Utopia's main source of income will be through industrial means. Therefore there are many factories/mills located in the urban part of town. The homes are placed in close proximity to these factories/mills so that the workers do not have to spend much time walking. This will ensure more energy for the work days. To avoid a potential fire, the factories/mills are strategically positioned away from the woods. In this case it is impossible for a fire to spread to the woods from a malfunctioning factory machine. This promotes safety throughout the community. The second source of income will be through agriculture. The farms, located in the rural area, are by the river for a better source of water. Since the river enhances the ability for a fertile farmland, there will be the growth of fruits and vegetables, from squash to berries. Again, homes are placed near the farms so that workers do not have to spend all their energy walking. This community will be a commercial enterprise where crops are traded for goods, and factories mass produce products that are in high demands.
In the urban area there are many public parks and sociable buildings spread throughout. This gives the residents the advantage of getting to know one another in a friendly atmosphere. There are roads that lead to the river for avid fishers or for those who simply enjoy the water. In the rural area, there is a public building for residents to take a break and unwind. There are beautiful orchards added to give the farmland an aesthetic appeal.
In the effort to help steer individuals away from drinking, a public building will be used to inform the dangers associated with alcohol. Since the equality of women has always been a prominent issue, a town hall will serve as a place for women to voice their opinions. This ensures fairness between the sexes. This Utopia will not be a religious community; there is not just one belief. Instead, residents are free to practice whichever religion they please.
Group Commentary:
We met on Thursday, September 30th on the 3rd floor of the Johnson center from 12:30 to 1:30. Prior to the meeting, we each read over the assignment on our own and jotted down ideas of what we think the Utopia should look like. At the meeting we read our ideas aloud and all decided what would work and what wouldn't. After, we combined all of the ideas onto a list. Shannon and Laura took the list home and worked together to design a map. Nhat wrote the first draft, and Justin revised to make sure that it is compatible to the map. When the draft was done, Anh edited it for any grammatical errors. The map and essay were sent to each group member via email. Anh did the group commentary.
Nice group post! I like the image placed on the top right hand side, nice spot to put it; and I also like your thesis statement it is short and sweet, and straight to the point. The second paragraph is too long, spliting it would be a good idea. The last paragraph should be concluding what you talked about throughout the entire post, but in this case the "conclusion" is bringing up a new issue. In the second paragraph you discussed safety hazards which is good, but then you talk about farms and idustries and agriculture, trying connecting these with at least one word, that will help the reader transition smoothly. This post shows a hardworking group that works well together!!!!Good Job!
Posted by: Pati Mohamed | October 16, 2004 at 09:45 AM
Sorry, I meant to say the image place on the top left hand side!!!!
Posted by: Pati Mohamed | October 16, 2004 at 09:47 AM