Assignment #14d - 💬 Discussion Den - Oh Snap!

How are Thanos’ ideas in Avengers similar to Thomas Malthus’ theories about population and resources?

What would be the impact of a 50 percent loss of life on Earth's ecosystems?

Societal Collapse & Survival – Everybody Jump describes chaos and societal breakdown after the jump, and the Thanos article explains how ecosystems and food sources could collapse. Which scenario seems more likely to lead to total disaster? How do both authors suggest ways humans might adapt and survive?

Evaluating the Articles – Both articles mix science with speculation to explore extreme "what if" scenarios. Which article do you think presents a more realistic analysis of a large-scale event? How does each author's use of humor, scientific facts, or dramatic consequences affect how believable their argument feels?