POST – READING ACTIVITIES
Speaking
What does rewilding mean, and how do its goals differ from other conservation efforts?
How does rewilding help restore ecosystems and increase biodiversity?
Can rewilding initiatives support local economies through ecotourism and conservation jobs?
How does the reintroduction of keystone species, like wolves or beavers, impact ecosystems?
How might rewilding impact agriculture, and how can these two approaches coexist?
Should rewilding involve reintroducing species that were previously eradicated, or focus solely on ecosystem restoration?
What are the opportunities and limitations of rewilding in cities and suburban regions?
Writing
EMAIL:
You were a member of the audience who attended George Monbiot's presentation. To what extent do you agree with him? Are there any issues he has overlooked? Send him an email expressing points of agreement as well as reservations. You are allowed, and indeed, encouraged to put forward your own views.
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ESSAY
"Balancing Nature and Society: The Social, Ethical, and Economic Impacts of Rewilding"
"Rewilding Urban Landscapes: Can Cities Become Sanctuaries for Nature?"