Author Question: How is the U.S. cornucopia view of nature related to environmental problems? What will be an ... (Read 65 times)

jazziefee · **on:** Jul 2, 2018

How is the U.S. cornucopia view of nature related to environmental problems?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Describe the two major consequences of deforestation and how the climate is impacted.

What will be an ideal response?

jojobee318 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ideal Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Describe that many Americans conceive nature as a vast storehouse waiting to be used by humans.
2. Describe how Americans regard the natural world as a bountiful preserve available to serve our needs.
3. Conclude with a discussion of how this view will likely persist as a justification to continue to abuse the environment.

Answer to Question 2

Ideal Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Describe climate change and the vanishing of species
2. Describe the impact the deforestation has on rain patterns
3. Describe the burning of trees and how it leads to smoke clouds blocking sunlight and promotes weather changes
4. Conclude with a discussion of how destroying forests eliminates benefits of nature