2022_심화영어독해와작문

77 Goa l to write a brief paragraph that explains the infographic the main argument the key points B Connect to Writing Step 1 Read the opinion editorial again. To compose a paragraph that supplements the content of the piece, identify the main argument to be used in the introduction and the key points for the conclusion. Step 2 Using the information identified earlier and the following infographic, write a brief paragraph explaining overpopulation’s impact on the environment. Introduction Why is overpopulation an environmental problem? Body How does it affect the environment? (Use infographic) Conclusion What can be done to reduce its impact? Pollution • Increased fossil fuel use raises air and water pollution. • Consequences: Significant impact on human health Climate Change • Rising greenhouse gas emissions increase global temperatures. • Consequences: Rising sea levels, extreme weather, declining biodiversity Deforestation • Trees are cleared for settlements and agriculture. • Consequences: Soil erosion, loss of biodiversity, climate change Environmental Impacts of Overpopulation