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ENG1503 ASSIGNMENT 1 ANSWERS FOR 2023
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Question 11.1 Discuss how the first paragraph captures or connects with the title of the
text “Nature Returns to the Cities”. Your response should include THREE (3)
discussion points.
1. Reappearance of wildlife: The first paragraph of the text mentions how raccoons,
mountain lions, beavers, and other wildlife species have made their way into the
cities and are now a common sight. Rather than residing in forests, raccoons are
now entering homes through open doors and kitchens. Even lions, typically found in
mountainous regions, are appearing in residential gardens, and breaking into homes.
The author notes that this is due to the success of environmental protection laws and
the absence of hunting in cities, which has allowed animal populations to grow. This
passage underscores the idea that nature has found its way into the very homes and
streets where humans reside.
2. Urbanization and proximity to wildlife: The thesis statement of the text "Nature
Returns to the Cities" is explored by presenting factual evidence and the author's
personal opinions and arguments. The first paragraph highlights how overcrowded
cities and urban sprawl have put people and wild animals in proximity, leading to an
increase in encounters between the two. The author suggests that this is exceeding
what scientists call the cultural carrying capacity, the point where people start to
have negative reactions to wildlife in the city. The author's emphasis on the
importance of creating a world for future generations, and the author's belief that
individuals should strive to understand and accommodate wildlife in their lives rather
than trying to reverse the impact of human interference.
3. Clean air and water laws: The first paragraph also mentions that the Clean Air Act
and the Clean Water Act have played a significant role in the return of nature to
cities. The author notes that these laws, which were enacted to make air and water
safer for people, have also made cities more hospitable to wildlife. The improved air
quality, for example, has attracted owls to the suburbs in search of prey. The
author's style in the text is repetitive, giving the impression of a casual, informal
conversation among friends. The text lacks proper citation and appears to be purely
based on the author's own opinion, experiences, and knowledge. As evidenced by
statements like "Crocodiles, which were nearly eradicated due to development
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