In the context of the second paragraph, the expression “the ...
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FGV - 2020 - FGV - Graduação em Economia - Inglês e Física - 1° Dia |
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The image depicts a nearly naked man amid a vast area of rainforest, spear pointed at the
helicopter hovering above him – a man defending his territory and people from outside influence. This
very scene made front-page news some years ago in the UK. It instantly highlighted the loss of ancestral
homelands some tribal communities round the world face.
Bad news has a way of dominating the headlines, so we're of the opinion that all indigenous
communities and their culture are in decline – and that's not true. But the allure of propagating the
"disappearing tribe" narrative is strong. It’s frustrating to see journalists who go on assignment with a set
story in mind and then seek out quotes, experiences or interviews to fit their predetermined angle.
(Jonny Bealby. www.newsweek.com, 27.08.2019. Adapted.)
In the context of the second paragraph, the expression “the allure of” means