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Appendix 2
Obesity and Poor fitness
Consumption of processed and convenience foods and our dependence on the car have led
to an increase in obesity and reduction in the fitness level of the adult population. In some
countries,
especially industrialized ones, the number of obese people can amount to one third of the
population. This is significant as obesity and poor fitness lead to a decrease in life
expectancy, and it
is therefore important for individuals and governments to work together to tackle this issue
and improve their citizens' diet and fitness.
Obesity and poor fitness decrease life expectancy. Overweight people are more likely to
have serious illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease, which can result in premature
death. It is well known that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke,
which means that those with poor fitness levels are at an increased risk of suffering from
those problems.
Changes by individuals to their diet and their physical activity can increase life expectancy.
There is a reliance today on the consumption of processed foods, which have a high fat and
sugar content. By preparing their own foods, and consuming more fruit and vegetables,
people could ensure that their diets are healthier and more balanced, which could lead to a
reduction in obesity levels. In order to improve fitness levels, people could choose to walk
or cycle to work or to the shops rather than taking the car. They could also choose to walk
up stairs instead of taking the lift. These simple changes could lead to a significant
improvement in fitness levels.
Governments could also implement initiatives to improve their citizens' eating and exercise
habits. This could be done through education, for example by adding classes to the
curriculum about healthy diet and lifestyles. Governments could also do more to encourage
their citizens to walk or cycle instead of taking the car, for instance by building more cycle
lanes or increasing vehicle taxes. While some might argue that increased taxes are a
negative way to solve the problem, it is no different from the high taxes imposed on
cigarettes to reduce cigarette consumption.
In short, obesity and poor fitness are a significant problem in modern life, leading to lower
life expectancy. Individuals and governments can work together to tackle this problem and
so improve diet and fitness. Of the solutions suggested, those made by individuals
themselves are likely to have more impact, though it is clear that a concerted effort with
the government is essential for success. With obesity levels in industrialized and
industrializing countries continuing to rise, it is essential that we take action now to deal
with this problem.
Appendix 3
Create a graphic organizer using the given selection. Feel free to use your desired
diagram you see fit to use in the selection.
Appendix 4
Pattern of Development: Problem-Solution
What are problem-solution essays/paragraph?
Problem-solution essays consider the problems of a particular situation, and
give solutions to those problems. They are in some ways similar to cause and effect essays,
especially in terms of structure (see below). Problem-solution essays are actually a sub-type of
another type of essay, which has the following four components:
Situation
Problem
Solution
Evaluatio
n
The 'situation' may be included in the essay prompt, in which case it will not be needed in the
main body. If it is needed, it can often be included in the introduction, especially for short
essays. The 'evaluation' may be included as part of the conclusion or omitted altogether,
especially for short essays.
There are two main ways to structure a problem-solution essay. These are similar to the ways
to structure cause and effect essays, namely using a block or a chain structure. For the block
structure, all of the problems are listed first, and all of the solutions are listed afterwards. For
the chain structure, each problem is followed immediately by the solution to that problem.
Both types of structure have their merits. The former is generally clearer, especially for shorter
essays, while the latter ensures that any solutions you present relate directly to the problems
you have given.
The two types of structure, block and chain, are shown in the diagram below. This is for a
short essay, which includes the 'situation' in the introduction and 'evaluation' in the conclusion.
A longer essay, for example one of around 1,000 words, with citations, would probably have
these two sections as separate paragraphs in the main body.
Structure
Chain
Introduction
(including 'situation')
Problem 1
&
Solution to Problem 1
Problem 2
&
Solution to Problem 2
Problem 3
&
Solution to Problem 3
...
Conclusion
(including 'evaluation')
Block
Introduction
(including 'situation')
Problem 1 Problem 2
...
Transition sentence/paragraph
Solution 1
Solution 2
...
Conclusion
(including 'evaluation')
Teacher’s Guide
Below is a problem-solution essay on the topic of obesity and poor fitness. It uses the block
structure. Obesity and Poor fitness
Consumption of processed and convenience foods and our dependence on the car have led to
an increase in obesity and reduction in the fitness level of the adult population. In some
countries, especially industrialized ones, the number of obese people can amount to one third of
the population. This is significant as obesity and poor fitness lead to a decrease in life expectancy,
and it is therefore important for individuals and governments to work together to tackle this issue
and improve their citizens' diet and
fitness.
Obesity and poor fitness decrease life expectancy. Overweight people are more likely to
have serious illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease, which can result in premature
death. It is well known that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke,
which means that those with poor fitness levels are at an increased risk of suffering from
those problems. Changes by individuals to their diet and their physical activity can
increase life expectancy. There is a reliance today on the consumption of processed foods,
which have a high fat and sugar content. By preparing their own foods, and consuming
more fruit and vegetables, people could ensure that their diets are healthier and more
balanced, which could lead to a reduction in obesity levels. In order to improve fitness
levels, people could choose to walk or cycle to work or to the shops rather than taking the
car. They could also choose to walk up stairs instead of taking the lift. These simple
changes could lead to a significant improvement in fitness levels.
Governments could also implement initiatives to improve their citizens' eating and exercise
habits. This could be done through education, for example by adding classes to the curriculum
about healthy diet and lifestyles. Governments could also do more to encourage their citizens
to walk or cycle instead of taking the car, for instance by building more cycle lanes or
increasing vehicle taxes. While some might argue that increased taxes are a negative way to
solve the problem, it is no different from the high taxes imposed on cigarettes to reduce
cigarette consumption.
In short, obesity and poor fitness are a significant problem in modern life, leading to lower
life expectancy. Individuals and governments can work together to tackle this problem and
so improve diet and fitness. Of the solutions suggested, those made by individuals
themselves are likely to have more impact, though it is clear that a concerted effort with the
government is essential for success. With obesity levels in industrialized and industrializing
countries continuing to rise, it is essential that we take action now to deal with this problem.
From https://www.eapfoundation.com/writing/essays/problemsolution/
Legend:
Situation
Problem
Solution
Solution 1 (Pink Font with Underline)
Solution 2 (Red Font with Underline)
Evaluation
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  • 2.
  • 3. Appendix 2 Obesity and Poor fitness Consumption of processed and convenience foods and our dependence on the car have led to an increase in obesity and reduction in the fitness level of the adult population. In some countries, especially industrialized ones, the number of obese people can amount to one third of the population. This is significant as obesity and poor fitness lead to a decrease in life expectancy, and it is therefore important for individuals and governments to work together to tackle this issue and improve their citizens' diet and fitness. Obesity and poor fitness decrease life expectancy. Overweight people are more likely to have serious illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease, which can result in premature death. It is well known that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, which means that those with poor fitness levels are at an increased risk of suffering from those problems. Changes by individuals to their diet and their physical activity can increase life expectancy. There is a reliance today on the consumption of processed foods, which have a high fat and sugar content. By preparing their own foods, and consuming more fruit and vegetables, people could ensure that their diets are healthier and more balanced, which could lead to a reduction in obesity levels. In order to improve fitness levels, people could choose to walk or cycle to work or to the shops rather than taking the car. They could also choose to walk up stairs instead of taking the lift. These simple changes could lead to a significant improvement in fitness levels. Governments could also implement initiatives to improve their citizens' eating and exercise habits. This could be done through education, for example by adding classes to the curriculum about healthy diet and lifestyles. Governments could also do more to encourage their citizens to walk or cycle instead of taking the car, for instance by building more cycle lanes or increasing vehicle taxes. While some might argue that increased taxes are a negative way to solve the problem, it is no different from the high taxes imposed on cigarettes to reduce cigarette consumption. In short, obesity and poor fitness are a significant problem in modern life, leading to lower life expectancy. Individuals and governments can work together to tackle this problem and so improve diet and fitness. Of the solutions suggested, those made by individuals themselves are likely to have more impact, though it is clear that a concerted effort with the government is essential for success. With obesity levels in industrialized and industrializing countries continuing to rise, it is essential that we take action now to deal with this problem. Appendix 3 Create a graphic organizer using the given selection. Feel free to use your desired diagram you see fit to use in the selection.
  • 4. Appendix 4 Pattern of Development: Problem-Solution What are problem-solution essays/paragraph? Problem-solution essays consider the problems of a particular situation, and give solutions to those problems. They are in some ways similar to cause and effect essays, especially in terms of structure (see below). Problem-solution essays are actually a sub-type of another type of essay, which has the following four components: Situation Problem Solution Evaluatio n The 'situation' may be included in the essay prompt, in which case it will not be needed in the main body. If it is needed, it can often be included in the introduction, especially for short essays. The 'evaluation' may be included as part of the conclusion or omitted altogether, especially for short essays. There are two main ways to structure a problem-solution essay. These are similar to the ways to structure cause and effect essays, namely using a block or a chain structure. For the block structure, all of the problems are listed first, and all of the solutions are listed afterwards. For the chain structure, each problem is followed immediately by the solution to that problem. Both types of structure have their merits. The former is generally clearer, especially for shorter essays, while the latter ensures that any solutions you present relate directly to the problems you have given. The two types of structure, block and chain, are shown in the diagram below. This is for a short essay, which includes the 'situation' in the introduction and 'evaluation' in the conclusion. A longer essay, for example one of around 1,000 words, with citations, would probably have these two sections as separate paragraphs in the main body. Structure Chain Introduction (including 'situation') Problem 1 & Solution to Problem 1 Problem 2 & Solution to Problem 2 Problem 3 & Solution to Problem 3 ... Conclusion (including 'evaluation') Block Introduction (including 'situation') Problem 1 Problem 2 ... Transition sentence/paragraph
  • 5. Solution 1 Solution 2 ... Conclusion (including 'evaluation') Teacher’s Guide Below is a problem-solution essay on the topic of obesity and poor fitness. It uses the block structure. Obesity and Poor fitness Consumption of processed and convenience foods and our dependence on the car have led to an increase in obesity and reduction in the fitness level of the adult population. In some countries, especially industrialized ones, the number of obese people can amount to one third of the population. This is significant as obesity and poor fitness lead to a decrease in life expectancy, and it is therefore important for individuals and governments to work together to tackle this issue and improve their citizens' diet and fitness. Obesity and poor fitness decrease life expectancy. Overweight people are more likely to have serious illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease, which can result in premature death. It is well known that regular exercise can reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, which means that those with poor fitness levels are at an increased risk of suffering from those problems. Changes by individuals to their diet and their physical activity can increase life expectancy. There is a reliance today on the consumption of processed foods, which have a high fat and sugar content. By preparing their own foods, and consuming more fruit and vegetables, people could ensure that their diets are healthier and more balanced, which could lead to a reduction in obesity levels. In order to improve fitness levels, people could choose to walk or cycle to work or to the shops rather than taking the car. They could also choose to walk up stairs instead of taking the lift. These simple changes could lead to a significant improvement in fitness levels. Governments could also implement initiatives to improve their citizens' eating and exercise habits. This could be done through education, for example by adding classes to the curriculum about healthy diet and lifestyles. Governments could also do more to encourage their citizens to walk or cycle instead of taking the car, for instance by building more cycle lanes or increasing vehicle taxes. While some might argue that increased taxes are a negative way to solve the problem, it is no different from the high taxes imposed on cigarettes to reduce cigarette consumption. In short, obesity and poor fitness are a significant problem in modern life, leading to lower life expectancy. Individuals and governments can work together to tackle this problem and so improve diet and fitness. Of the solutions suggested, those made by individuals themselves are likely to have more impact, though it is clear that a concerted effort with the government is essential for success. With obesity levels in industrialized and industrializing countries continuing to rise, it is essential that we take action now to deal with this problem. From https://www.eapfoundation.com/writing/essays/problemsolution/ Legend: Situation Problem Solution Solution 1 (Pink Font with Underline) Solution 2 (Red Font with Underline) Evaluation