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In my L3Bio class, we have been learning about the trends in stone tools and how they changed over time through different hominin species. 

What does it mean to be a human? Homo naledi

Recently in Level 3 bio class, we have been leaming about the hominin evolution. Here is one of the homo species we have been learning about.

https://humanorigins.si.edu/evidence/human-fossils/species/homo-naledi

In this article, it talks about the discovery of a new homo genus species, Homo naledi during an expedition in South Africa in 2013. More recent discoveries have also allowed us to date the fossils to be between 335,000 and 236,000 years ago. This article also talks about how they survived in their environment; using their teeth as clues due to the lack of other animals or tools associated with Homo naledi. Further into the article, it highlights some of the unanswered questions about Homo naledi. Some of these questions are how is Homo naledi related to other Homo species? and What was their diet?

English Connections

In English, we have been given different texts to analyse and make connections. The texts that were given were Frankenstein (written & visual), Be Right Back (visual), Blade Runner (visual), and Ex Machina (visual). After analysing the text, here are some of the keywords I've come up with that I think connect to each other.

Plato - Concept of the Self

 

For Plato, the soul is the self. Plato perceives the human person to be made up of the body and soul. The soul consists of three parts: rational soul, spiritual soul, and appetitive soul. The rational soul is found in the head, it allows the person to think; while the spiritual soul can be found in the chest which allows the person to express their emotional feelings. Thirdly, the appetitive soul. It is found in the abdomen of a person, this allows a person to express their physical needs.

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Pathos, Logos, Ethos

Pathos: Use of emotions to persuade a person or a group. A Greek word meaning "suffering", "experience", or "emotion". Used to appeal to the emotions of the audience to persuade them. An example of this can be seen in charity ads. "There are people starving in Africa. Donate now to help."

Logos: Usage of logic to persuade an audience. An example of this can be found in a toothpaste advertisement, saying that "9 out of 10 dentists approves"

Ethos: A contrast to pathos, ethos uses the audience's beliefs to persuade them. For example, people can use religion, culture, or personal beliefs to persuade the audience. "Say no to abortion. That child is God's gift!"

Cooking Methods

Cooking Method	Definition	Picture
Baking	Method of cooking using direct dry heat, usually in an oven
Stewing	Slow cooking process in which food is gently simmered for a long time until it’s tender. A good method to use with tough cuts of meat. Casserole works in the same way but is heated in an oven rather than on top of the stove.
Roasting	Similar to baking. Food is cooked in an oven in a little oil or fat, uncovered. It is suitable for cooking larger cuts of meat and chicken.
Steaming	Moist method of cooking, using vapours from boiling water to heat and cook the food. This method retains valuable nutrients since the food does not come into contact with the liquid. Food remains moist and tender. Vegetables such as broccoli and carrots are often cooked this way.
Boiling	Moist cooking method. Food is gently cooked in a liquid such as water or stock. The liquid temperature reaches 100 degrees and this is when the method is occurring, it is then turned down to simmer until it is cooked and tender.
Grilling	Makes use of direct heat to cook and brown the surface of the food. It is a quick method of cooking because heat is direct and the food is already tender or easy to cook. BBQ is an example of this method.
Stir-frying	Quick-cooking method where ingredients are tossed in a pan or wok to cook at a high temperature. Little oil and water are sometimes added to give moisture to the dish. Should avoid this method if you are trying to reduce the amount of oil or fat in your food plan

Why is it important to do different cooking method to reduce salt, fat, and sugar?

Critical Literacy Response

What is the text about? How do we know?

The text is about how people can change others positively by doing simple things. We know this because, at the start of the short film, the protagonist was, even though he had a choice to help others he chose not to and kept his hands in his pockets. Until an old lady held his hand to help her cross the road. As they were crossing to the other side, a car was speeding through the road, almost hitting them, making the protagonist take his hand out from his pockets and put his hand up; scared of getting hit. After crossing the road, the old lady thanked the protagonist for taking his time accompanying the old lady to cross the road. The protagonist then changed his attitude towards others and started helping those who are in need. I think the reason for this is to inform the audience that simple things can have a positive impact on people.

Why is the text written in the way it is?

The text is written in the way it is to inform the audience that people can help change others positively in the right time and change the world to a better place. This was shown when the protagonist was about to cross the road and a grandma held his hand for help. With the car travelling straight towards them, the protagonist was forced to take his hand out to gesture the car to stop. With all of what happened, the protagonist was moved. I think this was done to indicate the audience that they can help make the world a better place slowly, one person at a time.

How does the text construct a version of reality?

This text constructs a version of reality by portraying how people can have a positive impact on others even on simple things. There's another short film I found which I thought was related to the first short film with people showing kindness to others. How one guy showed kindness to a person and how they keep passing it on.

What do the images suggest?

The images in the first short film suggest a change of personality using the colour of clothes and body language of the protagonist. For example, at the start of the film, the protagonist was shown as a dull colour person, wearing grey clothes, and had his hands in his pockets. Which changes at the end of the film after what had happened to him. We see the protagonist change by the colour of his clothes, from grey coloured clothes to different coloured clothes. His body language also changed from gloomy to joyful. I think this was done to help indicate to the audience how the protagonist's personality changes after what has happened to him.