Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Superpowers
If I had the ability to have any superpower ever invented, it would have to be the powers of Phoenix, of the X-Men. Although I would make sure I have complete power and control over my actions as opposed to her sudden bursts of untamed psycic power. She has the ability to fly, mind read, and also super strength controlled by her mind. Therefore as opposed to making a decision the choice of Phoenix would rid myself of a very difficult situation. Phoenix compacts the most desireable traits of a super hero, or villian into one person, and does it with beauty, grace, and intelligence.
Synthesis - 'The Lottery' and 'Perils of Indifference'
In the two stories 'The Lottery', and 'Perils of Indifference' there are many connections with the content and ideas.
'The Lottery' tells the story of a community of seemingly normal people who have a bizarre annual event. Using chance to determine who in the community is to die, for the sole purpose of keeping the tradition alive. A villager is chosen at random, using a lottery, and stoned to death regardless of innocence, and love of others for the person. This is considered normal and logical, the entire community follows through because it is what has been done for years, "no one liked to upset even as much tradition as was represented by the black box."
The second article "Perils of Indifference' makes reference to wars and their victims and heroes. For example, during Nazi Germany, many German people did not actually have a hatred for Jewish people, but merely went along with the injustices because it was what the rest of the country had said was right. Much like in 'The Lottery' family and friends don't object no matter how wrong they might think it is. In this speech, the author speaks of nations providing tremendous amounts of support after the atrocities had already taken place, but he also makes a note of the fact that some of the events could have been avoided. "Wehrmacht could not have conducted its invasion of France without oil obtained from American sources."
These two pieces also connect to actual social injustice in the world today. Examples are shown anywhere from the KKK, to bullying in schools. Singling out others to stay within the social 'norm' is a common occurrence unless people take a stand. Whether that be by being the rescuer, or even trying to look forward to see what outcomes could follow and taking preventative measures.
I don't believe I could ever go along with something so unjust as I am now. Because I grew up in today's society, where these actions are so blatantly wrong, I cannot say I wouldn't have acted the same way as the people in these stories during their time. Although if ever faced with a situation such as these, or even one less severe, I would deal with it morally, and take a stand as opposed to watching, or aiding the abusers.
'The Lottery' tells the story of a community of seemingly normal people who have a bizarre annual event. Using chance to determine who in the community is to die, for the sole purpose of keeping the tradition alive. A villager is chosen at random, using a lottery, and stoned to death regardless of innocence, and love of others for the person. This is considered normal and logical, the entire community follows through because it is what has been done for years, "no one liked to upset even as much tradition as was represented by the black box."
The second article "Perils of Indifference' makes reference to wars and their victims and heroes. For example, during Nazi Germany, many German people did not actually have a hatred for Jewish people, but merely went along with the injustices because it was what the rest of the country had said was right. Much like in 'The Lottery' family and friends don't object no matter how wrong they might think it is. In this speech, the author speaks of nations providing tremendous amounts of support after the atrocities had already taken place, but he also makes a note of the fact that some of the events could have been avoided. "Wehrmacht could not have conducted its invasion of France without oil obtained from American sources."
These two pieces also connect to actual social injustice in the world today. Examples are shown anywhere from the KKK, to bullying in schools. Singling out others to stay within the social 'norm' is a common occurrence unless people take a stand. Whether that be by being the rescuer, or even trying to look forward to see what outcomes could follow and taking preventative measures.
I don't believe I could ever go along with something so unjust as I am now. Because I grew up in today's society, where these actions are so blatantly wrong, I cannot say I wouldn't have acted the same way as the people in these stories during their time. Although if ever faced with a situation such as these, or even one less severe, I would deal with it morally, and take a stand as opposed to watching, or aiding the abusers.
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