List three characteristics of Thomas More’s ideal society. Then argue for or against the idea that these characteristics would, in fact, belong in an ideal society
Please provide the best answer for the statement.
1. Characteristics include:
Universal knowledge of agriculture
Every person’s engagement in a trade and universal esteem for trades
The absence of regard for fashion, with everyone wearing a uniform
Simple government, based on respect for age and male authority
A simple economy based on exchange of goods
Love for knowledge, music, and physical exercise
Tolerance and respect for all, even the “foolish” or deformed
Modesty
2. Students’ argument about the “ideal” nature of these characteristics will vary.
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