Tools of Colonization

Question: Discuss about the Tools of Colonization. Answer: Introduction The short film Te Whare, The House engages people on the Treaty of Waitangi. The film portrays three young men who share an apartment. Through this film, people increase their understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi and help them link the Treaty to issues of colonization in New Zealand. The use of the wave tool helps in understanding the different perspectives and peoples capabilities to reason when faced with a challenge. This reflection discusses culture and health as tools of colonization through technology and the use of alcohol. Culture Colonialists used technology to mask their hidden agenda and rob from the innocent. I see this tool of colonization representing people flying over because I can be aware of the situation I put other people into, but I do not consider it as a problem to me. For instance, the entrance of Richard in Hones house causes panic among the Hones roommates. However, he makes good use of technology to mark his presence. He uses the play station to earn acceptance into the house because everyone falls for the trap. In my opinion, Hones roommates were like the person by the borehole because even though I can have knowledge on a particular technology, I only hear about it. With time, they purchase a bigger and better flatscreen television to enjoy the games, a perfect example of western culture, which encourages a sedentary lifestyle. I think in this case, Colonialists knew that most Tangata Whenua people were eager to know more about western culture and technology could serve as the best weapon to steal from them. They represent the people on the beach in the wave tool. I see the same principle being applied by Richard: he uses technology to change agreements and communicate, which was like a culture shock because the roommates were used to simple methods of communications. When he brought other flatmates, Hone is left out because they all claim that communication for the house meeting was made through email. Hone does not have access to a computer and thus cannot argue. The new culture overpowers him and he feels inferior in his house; a perfect weapon used by colonizers to control the masses. The signing of the Treaty of Waitangi saw the Tangata Whenua get limited possession of their native land. The same happens to Hone, who does not look into details of the agreements drafted by Richard, who soon displaces him from his room and even suggests that they share the cost of paying rent. I perceive him to be the person behind the hill. He knows the written document is an agr eement but does not have idea what it is all about. Health Colonization impacts on peoples health because of eating habits, alcohol consumption, and leading a sedentary lifestyle. While the entrance of Richard was not a big deal, things turned a mess when he could come to the house drunk accompanied by friends. Richard encourages friends to use alcohol that is not even his. He invites friends and serves them with Hones whiskey. However, I noticed that one of the roommates; Reese, who resists this new culture and decides to move out, he represents the person on the hill. With such an intuition, I can have a broad perspective of problems that others cannot see. The natives would resist colonists, but it only paved the way for more to come. For instance, by the time of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, there were only 2,000 Europeans in Aoteoroa. However, the number quickly doubled while that of the Tangata Whenua rapidly reduced. I realized that such events resembled the boaties who want to understand the change of events. In the film, Ri chard takes advantage of Reeses exit to bring in his girlfriend; Michelle and other friends who party and drink alcohol the whole day. They colonize the owner of the house who does not have a voice in the behavior. Each time he would complain, a perfect excuse from Richard would calm him down. Soon, the house is full, and Hone is displaced from his bedroom to sleep on the couch. I see him being a surfer who thought it was just fun to let friends in the house until he lost his command. Conclusion Tools of colonization used by Richard distort the cultural connectedness between Hone and his roommates. The agreement drafted by Richard stated that he would be responsible for the behavior of his friends reflects the intentions of the Treaty of Waitangi. However, things fall apart with the entrance of new friends to Richard who do not understand or care about the agreement and open room for other misunderstandings. The issue causes problems as other choose to exit but Richard chooses to maintain governance until Hone claims back his room. References Green, R. (Writer Producer). (2008). Te whare: The house [Film]. Aukland: Aukland Workers Educational Association.