Air Pollution Causes and Effects

This video tutorial covers writing paragraphs that show cause and effect relationships. It explains the structure of an effective paragraph, including the importance of a topic sentence and supporting sentences. The tutorial defines cause-effect relationships and provides transitional words to indicate them. An example paragraph on air pollution illustrates these concepts, highlighting various causes and effects.

What is the main topic of the English class discussed in the video?

• Writing paragraphs showing cause and effect

• Learning grammar rules

• Writing persuasive essays

• Understanding poetry

What is essential for a paragraph to be effective?

• It should have a catchy title

• It must include a topic sentence and supporting sentences

• It should be written in first person

• It must contain at least 10 sentences

What is a cause-effect relationship?

• A relationship where events are unrelated

• A relationship where one event causes another to happen

• A relationship where effects cause multiple causes

• A relationship where two events happen simultaneously

Which of the following is a transitional word used to show cause?

• Therefore

• Finally

• Because

• Consequently

Which phrase is used to indicate an effect?

• As a result

• Due to

• Results from

• Is caused by

What is one of the main causes of air pollution mentioned in the example paragraph?

• Deforestation

• Littering

• Exhaust gases from vehicles

• Overpopulation

Why do exhaust gases from vehicles contribute to air pollution?

• Because citizens prefer convenience over environmental health

• Because they are beneficial to the environment

• Because they are not regulated by the government

• Because they are naturally occurring

What is the role of the government in controlling air pollution?

• To ignore the issue

• To promote deforestation

• To encourage more vehicle use

• To regulate factory locations and emissions

Which of the following is a result of poor government control over factory locations?

• Reduced industrial growth

• Improved air quality

• Decreased vehicle emissions

• Increased air pollution

What is a natural cause of air pollution?

• Factory emissions

• Industrial waste

• Volcanic eruptions

• Vehicle exhaust