WRITING TASK
A good harvest makes us healthy
Farming is important for the world because it provides food, something essential for our wellbeing. But, what will we do if the farmers have difficulties when doing the harvest? These farmers use the land to grow different crops, so that they can get a great variety of food. Firstly, they prepare the soil, which is the top layer of the earth. Then, they plant the seeds in the soil and finally, the plants grow. However, it is not as easy as it looks, many factors influence the great development of the crops.
One of them is water, something essential for the right growing of plants. If there is not enough rain, farmers will irrigate the fields to provide water. But there are areas where the lack of water is becoming a problem and as a result, farmers are not able to harvest as they used to do.
Another factor is the weather, which also influences the growing of the plants. If it is too hot or too cold, the crops won't grow well. The climate change is affecting the time of harvest and the quality of the crops.
These are just some consequences of how our environment is affecting our fields, and as a result, our health.
So, how can we avoid these obstacles to improve the future of the harvest?
Look at the words in red in the text. Discuss their meaning.
crop
soil
seed
field
harvest
Discuss the following questions related to the text. You can look for information.
How do changes in weather affect cropS nowadays?
What crops are most resistant to extreme weather conditions?
What role does crop rotation play in managing soil health?
What sustainable farming practices can help reduce soil erosion?
What innovative technologies are being developed to make agriculture more climate-resilient?
3. Write an opinion essay about the importance of soil health in agriculture. What can farmers do to improve their land? How can we help to avoid the global warming? Give your opinion in 100-120 words.
You must use:
a) FUTURE tense and CONDITIONALS forms
b) vocabulary related to the topic
c) key phrases giving opinion
KEY PHRASES GIVING OPINION
I (don’t) think / believe that…
In my opinion/ view…
It seems to me that…
as far as I can see…
I’m not sure if / whether….
if ............ we could............
OPINION ESSAY SAMPLE
In my view, technology has undoubtedly revolutionized our lives, but its rapid development presents both opportunities and challenges. If we continue advancing at this pace, we could witness incredible breakthroughs in medicine, communication, and artificial intelligence.
However, I'm not sure if we fully understand the long-term effects these changes will have on society. If we aren't careful, technology might lead to more dependence on machines, reducing human interaction and creativity.
It seems to me that we must strike a balance between embracing innovation and preserving essential human qualities. In the future, if we manage to use technology responsibly, it could enhance our quality of life without compromising our values.