Matrix Blog 1 and 2

SET 1
1. Explain how Neo's experience in and out of the Matrix parallels the Allegory of the Cave. Be specific using examples from each text.
As Neo enters the matrix it is as the man comes out of the cave. He first sees only wat he already knows, then slowly comes to see the rest of reality. As the man first came out of the cave, the first thing he saw was what he knew, the shadows. Then he learned of that which made them, learning the rest of reality.

2. Morpheus poses the question, "what is real? how do you define real?" We're going to read literature that poses that very question. What tools and indicator do we use to define and describe the world around us? Is reality a definite concept measurable and quantifiable, or is it a fluid concept defined by perceptions? Why?
We normally define something as real if we can touch and feel it with our physical body. Somethings are defined as real only by faith. Reality is defined by perceptions as we all see things in different ways and form our own oppinions about them. If it was definite then there really would be no different people.

3. The Matrix is part of the science-fiction genre, and while we may not be controlled by technology in the literal sense as The Matrix describes, does our current society in 2008 parallel the the world of The Matrix in certain ways? Has technology actually the lessened the quality of life in some ways? Why or why not?
Yes as some people cant survive with out technology, especially if you look at hospitals or the sick. I wouldnt say it has lessened the quality of lives, just our brain function. We cant do math with out our calculators, or find information with out a computer. It has just made us dependant on something other than ourselves.


SET 2
1. The character of Cypher makes a decision that returning to the Matrix and living in its alternative reality instead of being fully conscious of the reality. This goes against the decision made by the released prisoner from the Cave. Why do you think Cypher decided to go back to the Matrix instead of living fully aware? Is his reasoning valid? Is ignorance bliss? Why?
He did so because he couldnt handle the reality before him, he learned to much and things that he didnt wish to know. I agree ignorance is bliss because the less you know the less it affects you. However i prefer knowing.

2. Neo is prophecized to be the one by Morpheus. Does Neo seem to accept this high profile role? What other character from literature you've read seems to be placed in this hero/savior role by others?
No he doesnt because he doesnt see the reasoning as to why. He feels he is not fit for such an honor, and that he cannot fullfil the role. I think King Arthur was kinda forced into the glory that he had, as a savior of Briton. He only accomplished what he did because over time he knew that what he was doing was right.

3. Humans are described by humans as a disease, imperfect, for a perfected technological program, yet the machine is viewed as the enemy/evil even though its reason and logic is supposed unflawed. What would the world be like if everyone was perfect and logical? What are other examples in movies and books where technology becomes the enemy/evil?
If everyone was perfect and logical the world would be a boring place. There would be no "evil" no wrong. Nothing would ever change either. Honestly, I dont read enough in this area to know of any other books or movies to answer the question. (However, I was thinking war of the worlds where death rays vaporized everyone... but i dont know if that counts...)