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Unit One: Man and Nature Part I Get Started Section A Discussion Answers for reference: A possible answer: No. The present relationship between man and nature is not as harmonious as before. With the population explosion and the development of the economy, serious damage has been done to nature. All this has resulted in such problems as global warming, soil erosion, shortage of fresh water, droughts and sandstorms. Human beings no longer live in harmony with nature. A possible answer: Yes. For example, man has cut down half of the trees that existed 10,000 years ago. The loss of trees has upset the ecosystem and resulted in the extinction of many species. Consequently, nature has lost its balance. Another example is that man has been burning too much fossil fuel for daily use and industrial production, which has caused heavy pollution to our environment. A possible answer: Firstly, we shouldn’t develop our economy at the expense of nature. Secondly, we should take as little as possible from nature and put back into it as much as we can. Thirdly, we should form the habit of saving natural resources. We should be aware that natural resources are not inexhaustible. When we reach the point of no return, there will be nothing left for future generations. Section B Quotes Frank Lloyd Wright ⊙ Study nature, love nature, stay close to nature. It will never fail you. — Frank Lloyd Wright Interpretation: As an architect, Wright emphasizes the importance of loving and studying nature. We should observe nature, take care of it and live in harmony with it. And then we will never feel disappointed with it. Albert Einstein ⊙ Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better. — Albert Einstein Interpretation: As a scientist, Einstein believes that a close study of nature will help us better understand things. William Hazlitt ⊙ Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.