Unit Project - Physical Geography
For this project, you will assess to what degree the temperate rainforest biome of BC has been affected by human activities.
Start by reading the two articles below, published in the Globe and Mail in 2018 and 2019.
Resources
In Wildfire Prone BC and California
Your assignment is to assess to what degree BCs forests have been affected by human-induced climate change in recent years. You will need to identify the factors involved, propose solutions and come to a conclusion.
Within your report, you must refer to both articles and use both direct and indirect references to support your conclusions. Aside from these two articles, you may also refer to points made in the course readings in this unit. You should not use outside sources.
Format
Write your report as four paragraphs as follows:
1. Introduce the topic with several major points then end the paragraph with a thesis which answers the question below.
To what degree has the temperate rainforest biome of BC been affected by human activities?
2. Explain the major factors that you have identified as being human activities which have impacted BCs forests. Refer to both articles.
3. Propose several actions that can be taken to reduce the impact of these factors. Again, refer to both articles.
4. State your conclusions in light of the evidence you have provided. Reinforce your main points.
Alternative Presentation
If you prefer, you may create a written outline then present this as an oral report, in person or as a recording, but you must speak with your teacher first.