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Structure of the essay: 
 
You were given a discussion essay for which you had to give an opinion.  
 
Choose a side. State your opinion on it. 
 
Introduction: 
 
Question Paraphrased - Industrialisation and deforestation carried out by humans have 
destroyed the biodiversity. Some exotic species of wild animals and plants are diminishing, 
declining or disappearing. Many ecosystems are disturbed. All these are a threat to human 

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survival as well. Some think that the damage cannot be undone while others believe that 
some measures could be taken to improve the present situation. 
 
Opinion -  I firmly believe that the situation could be improved 
 
A thesis statement - In the forthcoming paragraphs, I shall examine both sides and also 
explain how things can be ameliorated.