CHAVEZ, JHONMAR G.

TASK COMPILATION 1 GED104/A8

I. Reading Comprehension Task (p. 87)

1. What is the framework of de-development of rich countries all about?

Based on the reading, the framework of de-development is all about narrowing

the gap between the rich and poor countries. It tackles the concept of overconsumption
done by rich countries, which refers to how people from middle- and high-income
countries overconsume the planet’s resources.

2. How is the de-development framework different from traditional frameworks of

development?

Traditional frameworks of development mainly revolves around continuous

growth and increase in human potentials. Unlike this kind of frameworks, de-
development has an opposite notion to the concept of development. It basically
promotes a world where countries are appropriately developed and calls out rich
countries to justify their excesses.

3. According to Hickel, how can rich countries de-develop?

According to Hickel, rich countries can de-develop by reducing their

consumption. People from high-income countries tend to buy things that are not
practical enough and they just wanted to waste money and boast their wealth.

4. Why does Hickel frown upon pundits using terms such as de-growth, zero growth, or
de-development in describing an alternative framework?

It is because these terms are offensive and may seem unclear to those people
that are not aware of this kind of framework. He also emphasizes that these terms may
sound like the ‘De-development’ framework is proposing a halt to human progress.

5. Some people might think that de-development is about giving things up. How does
Hickel explain that this is not the case?

Hickel explained that de-development is not about giving things up, instead, it
is a way of reorienting ourselves toward a truer form of progress. Also, this framework
is about attaining deeper understanding of our real purpose in this planet.
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II. Personal Consumption Audit (p. 89)

Average daily, No. of hours/day I Impact of this ’de-

Product/Food weekly, or monthly reduce/do away developing’ on my
amount consumed with everyday living

By reducing the time

I play games, I can
1. Online Games Five (5) hours/day Three (3) hours/day
do more school
requirements

By reducing my
usage of Netflix, I
2. Netflix Six (6) hours/day Two hours/day
can have more time
to sleep.

By drinking less
carbonated drinks, I
3. Soft drinks Four (4) days/week Once a week
can be healthier and
hydrated.

By reducing my
time on YouTube, I
4. YouTube Five (5) hours/day Two hours/day can watch study
materials and video
lectures instead.

By reducing online
shopping, I can save
5. Products Found
Php 2,000/month Php 1,000/month more money and use
Online
it for emergency
purposes.
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III. Documentary Analysis (p. 93)

1. Why was C.S. Lewis very much a skeptic and critic of scientism? Was he against
science?

C.S. Lewis was not against science; however, he had this fear due to the dangers
that science may bring to the world. As we all know, science is a field that basically
explains this universe, and it contains all possible benefits and dangers this world can
bring. His fear was mainly due to the rapid progression of science, birthing to numerous
unknown processes and phenomena. He was afraid that the power of science would be
abused by greedy people to rule over the world.

2. How did C.S. Lewis explain the following:

a. Science as religion

Science is everything. It gives meaning to everything in this world; thus,

considering it as par with a religion.

b. Science as credulity

He believes that science has all the answers to our questions, people will believe
in what science says.

c. Science as power

Relating to his Lewis’ fear, science has the power to take control over the world.
It is very powerful to the point that people will fight for it.

3. Why did C.S. Lewis think that modern science is far more dangerous than magic?

Initially, Lewis thought that science and magics are twins. They are very similar
in different ways. However, he thought modern science was more dangerous than
magic because of its endless capabilities. Science always pursue knowledge.

4. Why did C.S. Lewis become increasingly concerned about the rise of scientocracy?
How does scientocracy relate to scientism?

Scientocracy is where science and politics meet. This practice refers to the
creation of policies with respect to science. Well, as expected, Lewis was opposed with
this idea since it violates human rights and ethical norms.

5. Based on what you learned in the documentary film, how does scientism pose a threat
to the human person flourishing in science and technology? Why should science be
guided by an ethical basis that is not dictated by science itself?
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Scientism poses a threat by making people think that everything related to

science is absolute, disregarding ethical standards. Therefore, science must be guided
by an ethical basis so that people will not abuse its power and suffer the consequences.