ACTIVITY 1.

Thought Process
Instructions are in italicized texts below. Format for the homework is in blue.

Example:

Idea: Pets have taken the place of children for many young couples.
New Information: During the past few decades, pets have evolved from personal property to
valued members of a family in the minds of many people.

Explanation:
- In a highly competitive and stressful world, pets provide unconditional love.
- People have an innate desire to love and care for another, but because children require
much attention, a pet can be a viable second option.
- It is easier to work a pet into a busy lifestyle than it is a child.

Effects:
- Pets need access to outdoor facilities for urination, defecation, and exercise.
- Many people suffer from allergies or asthma-related symptoms in direct response to the
presence of animal dander.
- Pets require specialized health care services provided by a veterinarian.

Instructions: Use the information above as your reference. You will be making your own idea, new
information, 3 explanations, and 3 effects. This homework is worth 10 points. Use the format
below in blue text:

Idea: Wood is a material commonly used in tropical countries.

New Information: Due to the tropical climate in Asian countries, wood is a great material for
ventilation and sustainability.
Explanation:
1 Asian country tends to be humid, making wood use effective.
2 Wood is abundant in Asian countries, making it easier for them to use.
3 Sustainability in wood is likely because it is renewable.

Effects:
1 High level of humidity can cause wood to have molds.
2 Wood provides natural ventilation.
3 Wood stores carbon which helps reduce the amount of carbon in the atmosphere.