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Make a summary of the passage below, in which you describe
the importance of forest reserves and the consequences of exploiting the
forests. Your summary should nto be longer than 50 words. Begin your summary
as follows: Forest reserves, protected by law, are
strictly prohibited ... |
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The environment should not be sacrificed in the name of development. This is
especially so in forest reserve areas where logging is strictly prohibited.
No one has the right to cut down the trees there, including licensed logging
firms. All catchment areas fall under the Protected Areas and Protected
Places Act 1959. Any encroachment into these catchment areas will affect the
quality and quantity of water. As we know, deforestation causes irreversible
ecological damage that will lead to soil pollution. It hastens soil erosion
which in turn affects water quality. This will then result in higher cost of
water treatment. Trees are therefore important for the protection of water
catchment, carbon balance, evapotranspiration, photosynthesis and production
of wood. |
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Points to include:
* forest reserves not for logging
* maintain ecological balance
* protect catchment areas
* deforestation -- soil erosion,
water pollution and higher cost of water treatment
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Answer |
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Forest reserves protected by law, are strictly prohibited
from logging. The trees protect the catchment areas and maintain the
ecological balance. Any trees felled in the reserves will cause soil erosion
and affect the quantity and quality of water, raising the cost of water
treatment.. ( 45 words ) |
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