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Sep 2020
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74. Humans vs Endangered Animals

LILIE KING
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Many people think that we have to focus on the extinction of certain animal species, while others think that we should pay attention to the problem of human beings. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.

 

the depletion of

the loss of

become extinct

cease to exist

endangered animal species

 

issues affecting humans

problems human beings are confronted with

issues humans are faced with

 

take priority

give priority to

prioritize X above Y

 

quality of life

the affordable housing crisis

provide public housing

low income citizens

 

an imbalanced ecosystem

upset the balance of earth’s ecosystems

disrupt THE ecosystem balance

 

a predator species near the top of the food chain

 

prey on

reproduce

carry disease

a well-balanced ecosystem

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