Global warming is a matter of great concern that is often overlooked in light of other problems that appear to be more crucial. There is a lot of ambiguity surrounding the theory of global warming with two extremist groups; the deniers who deny the existence of climate change and the alarmists who strongly believe Earth is going in a downward spiral (Carter 2008). Many of us do not know the vast ramifications of global warming and its direct correlations to climate change. Thus, it is essential for us, the citizens of our planet to scrutinize and ascertain the potential effects global warming can bring unto Mother Earth and how they can be corrected.
One discernible effect of global warming could be significant rise in sea levels. Temperature rises cause the ocean water to expand which takes up more volume (Woodford 2006). It has also been argued that in the future, higher frequency of heat waves may occur, possibly causing in sea level rises and the immersion of low-lying nations (Riebeek 2007). Arctic and Antarctic glaciers are melting rapidly, draining water into the oceans and raising concerns about future large scale sea-level rises (Woodford 2006). Retreating glaciers in areas like the Kilimanjoro may cease to exist within a decade. Due to this, 40 percent of the world’s population is predicted to face severe water shortages within five decades (An Inconvenient Truth A Global Warning 2007).
In addition, it is likely that global warming will exacerbate erratic weather patterns on Mother Earth (Woodford 2006). Disturbed weather patterns beyond scientists’ ability to prognosticate may occur and translates to increased frequency of storms and hurricanes, severe floods and droughts, freak tidal waves and irregular seasonal periods. According to the film An Inconvenient Truth A Global Warning (2007), a replicated account of such erratic weather behaviour would be Hurricane Katrina in 2006, which devastated the entire New Orleans and was recorded as the costliest and one of the deadliest hurricanes in the history of the United States.
Besides that, global warming may also upset the delicate balance of the ecosystem. As global warming aggrandizes, significant climate change occurs and this suppresses animals’ well-being. The animals may not be able to adapt quickly to this extreme weather change and thus, some may face extinction (Woodford 2006). Plant species are also at risk of extinction as the climate changes raises the surrounding temperatures. This deprives the plants of water needed to survive and increases the chances of wildfire (Riebeek 2007).
It is utmost essential to solve global warming and the best method is to trim down on our carbon footprint. It is recommended that we use energy saving fluorescent lamps, utilise renewable energy, and practise fuel economical approaches when behind the wheel (Woodford 2006). It should also be stressed that governmental authorities play their part in acting against global warming. Nations should act with the bigger picture in mind; the environment. The United States has yet to sign the Kyoto Protocol, shielding themselves with China and India’s refusal to sign the climate change treaty. Their justification is that signing a climate change treaty will put themselves at an economic disadvantage due to decreased economic growth (Woodford 2006). Nations should change their mindset before it is too late.
Mother Earth is crying out loud that she is sick, and the symptoms are obvious; climate change. We cannot deny that it is essential for us, the citizens of our planet to wake up and realize the pitfalls of global warming before it is too late and strive to apprehend global warming. Future generations may well have occasion to ask themselves, "What were our parents thinking? Why didn't they wake up when they had a chance?"We have to hear that question from them, now (An Inconvenient Truth A Global Warning 2007).
Hugh Jackman plays as an independent cattle drover, who is simply named Drover; one of the main characters in the film Australia. He makes his living steering thousands of heads of cattle across hundreds of miles of outback. This is also termed as droving cattle.
Drover also exhibits bravery. He is brave as he dares to take up such a risky career such as droving. He is also seen to be brave when he scouts Faraway Downs alone as he sees smoke and dust everywhere upon their arrival. He orders Sarah to stay in the car while he searches the area with a gun that Magarri throw to him from above the truck. His bravery is also proven when he steps up immediately to the challenge of rescuing Nullah from the island. This is despite the fact that the island had just been bombed and the island was infiltrated with Japanese military soldiers who were known to be cruel and brutal people back then.
Ken Carter, a successful sporting goods store owner, accepts the job of being Richmond Oilers basketball coach for his old high school in a poor area of Richmond, where he was the champion athlete responsible for many of the varsity’s medals and trophies. However, he was greatly dismayed at the poor attitudes and indiscipline of the team players as well as their dismal play performance. Thus, Coach Carter sets about to whip them into shape psychically and academically. He immediately imposes a strict academic and basketball training regime which are bound by written contracts that include stipulations for respectful behaviour, dress codes, maximum attendance in class and good grades(2.3 point average) as requisites to being allowed to participate in basketball games. Initially, the boys were indignant and some even walked out on the team. However, the initial resistance from the boys are soon dispelled as the team under Coach Carter's guidance and discipline becomes a undefeated competitor in the games. But when the team slowly starts to become overconfident and taunt their opponents after scoring, and Coach Carter learns that too many players are doing poorly or skipping class, he takes immediate action and cancels all of the team activities and locks the gym up until the team shows acceptable academic improvement. In the ensuing debate and controversies with the town’s community and media, Carter struggles to keep to his methods, ever so determined to show the boys that they need to rely on more than just basketball for their futures and eventually finds that he has affected their individual lives more profoundly than he ever expected.
