English Language Writing Skills

By Danso Kwasi Nti Samuel (DAS). Study the complete course source, examine every model and practise alongside Professor Jarvis.

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Answers:

(a) The main consequences of illegal mining mentioned in the passage are environmental

destruction (such as the destruction of farmlands, deforestation, and pollution of water

bodies), economic losses (including decreased agricultural productivity and loss of

government revenue), and social issues (such as displacement of communities and an

increase in social vices).

(b) Illegal mining is considered detrimental to Ghana’s economy because it leads to the

destruction of farmlands, which decreases agricultural productivity and causes food

insecurity. Additionally, the government loses significant revenue that could have been

earned from regulated mining activities, which hampers national development.

(c)

      1. Deforestation: The process of clearing forests, often leading to the loss of trees and

         natural habitats.

      2. Biodiversity: The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat, which can be

         negatively affected by human activities like illegal mining.

(d) Illegal mining affects social structures by displacing communities, forcing people to leave

their homes as their lands are taken over by miners. It also disrupts social cohesion and leads

to an increase in social vices like crime and substance abuse.

(e) The long-term impact of illegal mining on Ghana includes environmental degradation,

economic losses, and social disruption, all of which hinder sustainable development.

(f) The passage is portraying an expository text, as it explains the effects of illegal mining on

different aspects of society.