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Entitle each paragraph so as to make a plan and write down the sentence(s) that express the main idea(s) of each paragraph.

18. Look through the following book reviews and say what problem(s) each book deals with:

1. ECOLOGY for BEGINNERS

By Stephen Croalland William Rankin

Amusing, solidly researched, and sophisticated, Ecology for Beginners tells a fast and furious tale of Man, Woman, and their struggle with the environment (not to speak of each other!) From the ancient

Greeks (they lost their topsoil) to late last night's strip mines and acid rain, you learn the basics of climate, agriculture, pollution, energy, and much else that affects our Earth for better or for worse. The varied cast of characters includes Roman sewer builders, conquistadors, modern agri-businessmen, and Ronald Reagan. Even Mother Nature puts in a guest appearance in the historical tour conducted by your distinguished Eco-Flow.

William Rankin's witty drawings combine with Stephen Croall's informative text to create a useful as well as entertaining hand-book for people who want to combat the challenge to our environment and have ecofacts at their fingertips.

2. AIR POLLUTION

By W. Strauss and S. Y. Mainwaring

A straightforward, readable text covering the nature, sources and effects of air pollution and the methods to measure and control pollutants. The authors conclude with chapters on the socio-economic factors which impinge on pollution control and on the problems the future will bring. Only a limited prior knowledge of chemistry is required.

3. ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY

By R. W. Raiswell and P. Brimblecomb

As an introduction for students studying environmental science, geology or chemistry, it is superb. It should be compulsory reading for anyone who is involved in reporting on the environmental debate for a general readership. Instant authority for those of us who never took environmental science courses at university!

19. Write your own review on any book on chemistry or related science you've read or are reading.

20. Bob Carrington (Unit 8) asked Dr. Fowles for a reference letter. The letter below was received by President of Washington University:

New York University Chemistry Faculty

May 25, 200... Washington State University

President

Dear Mr. President,

I write to say that Robert Carrington who is currently a student at Coppin State College has been in touch with me to say that he is going to continue his education at Washington State University and has asked me if I could act as a referee for him and submit this reference to you.

I have to say that I am very happy indeed to do so. Robert has been at New York State University Summer School every year since 1997 and I think that the best way of describing him is as a very positive person. He is a very serene person and with the confidence to deal with any problem that arise from time to time either on his own initiative or, by asking a superior how a particular matter should be dealt with.

I have also found him an extremely willing person and one who never complains whilst he also has the ability to study independently, and in 1998 we gave him the opportunity to carry out research in connection with Ecological Studies.

I have to say, therefore, that I have absolutely no doubts in recommending Robert to you.

I am absolutely sure that he will study well and will also mix in well with other students.

I do hope that the foregoing is of help and if I can assist further, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Yours sincerely, Jane Fowles

21. Write a reference letter for one of your fellow students as if you were his/her scientific advisor. Your fellow student is going to apply to study at New York University, Chemistry Faculty. Your letter should be sent to the Admission Committee. The following words and expressions will help you to write different letters of this kind:

(1) wrote me a letter to say; asked me to write a letter of recommendation; asked me if I could be a referee for...

(2)

displayed accuracy, thoroughness and initiative; possesses excellent (word processing) skills; worked harmoniously and effectively with others; was an important contributer to the success of the department

(3) it's a pleasure to recommend (name) for... ; I believe (name) would be a valuable contribution to your (college, university, company); I'm absolutely sure that (name) will (work, study, serve you) well and will also mix well with other (students, researchers, colleagues)

For more information on useful expressions see Appendix 2