The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas?

Question

Can anyone explain / summarize this short story? Its really confusing: "The Ones Who Walk Away From Omelas"

Thank you

Answer 1

Try looking at

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ones_Who_Walk_Away_From_Omelas

There is a nice summary of the story and also it does get into the theme of what is happening and why. Be careful, however, that this is not the only set of ideas you use. A teacher will figure that out right away. Add a good deal of your own thinking!