Exercise 2b, page 10.0:04
The Ultimate Culture Clash.0:15
I first met the Insect Tribe of Papua New Guinea As I travelled the world to observe how ancient cultures and tribes were adapting to the modern world, I lived in their secluded village, Swagop, ate their food, and shared0:24
their wooden shelters.0:42
I knew my stay was a rare exception to their rules and wanted to return the overwhelming hospitality that they had shown me.0:44
So I invited the Chief and his family to experience my everyday life in South London.0:53
Before I knew it, we were making the 12,000-mile trip back to my home.1:02
Being 2 days' trip by boat from the nearest road, Swagop is completely isolated, so naturally I was a little nervous.1:09
About taking 6 Stone Age travelers into my world.1:19
However, on arrival, my doubts eased as I watched them getting used to modern technology.1:24
At first, every escalator was met with terror and every lift with suspicion.1:32
A revolving door created gasps of wonder.1:39
It is an invisible hand that moves this.1:44
'I can't believe it!'1:46
Over the next few days, with spears on their backs and bows over their shoulders, they explored our world.1:51
They were fascinated by everyday scenes and situations that we would not give a second thought to.2:00
Some of the capital's tourist spots proved a challenge.2:08
At the London Eye, the tribe stopped in the shadow of the huge wheel.2:12
'It is not meant for humans,' they said.2:18
Eventually the Chief decided that they should try it.2:22
I couldn't believe I was so high above the land.2:26
There's no end, no mountain, only buildings.2:30
I was wondering how the wheel goes round, what makes this turn.2:34
The Underground was another great source of delight.2:39
The tribe was fascinated by the size of the Underground network.2:43
The Chief was convinced the Underground was built first and the rest of London was built on top later.2:48
It wasn't all fun and games, though.2:57
When they visited an apartment block built for the elderly, They were shocked that their children didn't look after their elders.2:59
'It is not right,' the Chief said, shaking his head.3:08
'They brought you up, they cared for you, and when they are old, you must care for them.'3:12
The goodbyes at Heathrow were emotional.3:19
Much of what the tribespeople said made me pause for thought.3:22
I don't think they would swap our world for their own, A world where everything they need is free and plentiful.3:27
A world where everything is shared and where the only things treasured are family values and community.3:36
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