Writing an Argumentative Essay about Fire Prevention
Question 5 • TX-English I B-CR
Read the paragraph.Forests are more than just a pretty addition to the landscape. Forests help the environment by soaking up carbon dioxide, conserving soil, and preventing flooding. Forests help people by providing a place to live and by providing jobs. Over 300 million people worldwide live in forests, and over 1.6 billion people depend on forests for their jobs.
Answer
A
Conserving forests is important for people as well as the planet.
B
Enjoying the planet’s forests is a good idea for people and animals.
C
Almost half the world’s species currently live in forests.
D
The forest provides lumber when the trees are cut down.