PHOTOS SPARK CONVERSATIONS
This photo shows a crowded city street.
How do you think having a lot of people in one place affects the environment and resources?
LET'S LEARN!
Useful Words/Phrases
- overpopulation
- resource scarcity
- sustainability
- deforestation
- renewable resources
- nonrenewable resources
- urbanization
SPEAK MORE!
Direction: Discuss the following questions with your mentor and share about yourself. Make sure to answer in complete sentences.
- How does overpopulation impact the availability of resources like water and food?
- What are some ways that people can conserve resources to help with scarcity issues?
- How does urbanization put pressure on the environment and natural resources?
- Why do you think it’s important to focus on renewable resources in a world with limited supplies?
- What are some environmental impacts of deforestation linked to overpopulation?
- How can sustainable practices help ensure resources are available for future generations?
Let's Practice!
Direction: Create a question using the vocabulary discussed.
Situation:
1. Think about overpopulation: How would you ask about the effects of overpopulation on quality of life?
Situation:
2. Consider sustainability: How would you ask about the importance of sustainable resource use?
Situation:
3. Think about deforestation: How would you ask about the environmental impact of deforestation?