LESSON 7A WRITING |An article
1. Article Structure & Phrases
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Interesting Title
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From image: MY WORLD IS NOT YOUR RUBBISH BIN
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Extra Example: Litter: The Silent Killer of Our Streets
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Introduction
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From image: I live in... / One of the biggest problems is...
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Extra Example: I live in a busy city, but unfortunately, there are several typical environmental problems here. The most serious issue we face is plastic pollution.
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Body Paragraphs (Answering the Questions)
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Question 1: Why is it a problem?
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From image: Firstly, rubbish is unhealthy... / Finally, it costs...
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Extra Example: Firstly, litter makes our neighborhood look ugly. Secondly, it can block drains and cause flooding when it rains.
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Question 2: What can young people do?
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From image: Young people need to start a local campaign.
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Extra Example: Young people can organize a "Green Team" at school to pick up trash during break time.
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Giving Examples
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From image: For example, rubbish encourages... / For instance, at our school we organised a petition.
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Extra Example: For instance, many students now bring reusable water bottles instead of buying plastic ones.
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Short Conclusion
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From image: In my opinion, / To sum up, / Our planet is in our hands.
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Extra Example: To conclude, I believe that small changes lead to big results. Let’s keep our home clean!
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Sample Answer
MY WORLD IS NOT YOUR RUBBISH BIN
I live in a wonderful neighborhood, but there are several typical environmental problems that worry me. One of the biggest problems is the huge amount of rubbish people leave in public parks and on the streets.
Why is it a problem?
Firstly, rubbish is unhealthy because it attracts insects and rats which can spread diseases. For example, leftover food in the street encourages pests to gather near our homes. Secondly, litter is dangerous for animals; birds often get caught in plastic rings or eat small pieces of trash by mistake. Finally, it costs the government a lot of money to clean the city, which could be spent on better things like new playgrounds.
What can young people do about it?
Young people need to start a local campaign to educate others. We can start by being role models and never throwing trash on the ground. For instance, at our school, we organised a petition to ask the principal for more recycling bins. We also started a weekly "Clean-Up Friday" to keep our campus beautiful.
Conclusion
In my opinion, we should all take pride in where we live. To sum up, saving the environment starts with us. Our planet is in our hands.
