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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Paragraph consistency

A paragraph is said to be consistent when the topic sentence and the whole details of the

development of the topic sentence agree together. That is, the developer explains the full

details of the topic sentence without deviating to any other point.

Paragraph consistency in action

The main cause of illegal mining in Ghana is the high level of unemployment and poverty.

Many people, particularly in rural areas, turn to illegal mining as a means of survival due to

the lack of job opportunities and economic instability. With limited access to formal

employment, individuals are often driven to engage in "galamsey," a local term for illegal

mining, despite its dangerous and environmentally destructive nature. The promise of quick

financial gain from extracting valuable minerals like gold becomes an attractive option for

those struggling to make ends meet. This persistent economic hardship, compounded by

insufficient regulatory enforcement and corruption, allows illegal mining activities to

flourish. To address this issue, it is essential to create sustainable job opportunities and

strengthen regulatory frameworks to deter illegal mining practices effectively.

Identification paragraph consistency

The paragraph consistency in the passage on the main cause of illegal mining in Ghana is

achieved through a unified focus on a single cause (unemployment and poverty) and the

logical progression of related ideas. Here is how it maintains consistency:

1. Unified Focus: The paragraph consistency focuses on the central cause of illegal mining:

high unemployment and poverty.

 - "The main cause of illegal mining in Ghana is the high level of unemployment and

poverty."