1. Where’s the Beach? Under the Seaweed.
http://travel.nytimes.com/2011/10/16/travel/caribbean-beaches-dig-out-from-massive-seaweed-invasion.html?ref=travel
New York Times' travel columnist Michelle Higgins writes an article on October 11th about the problem of seaweed infestation on Caribbean beaches. Her introduction draws attention by using details to emphasize the huge problem and the bewilderment of those affected by it. She goes on to inform that the cause of this seaweed overload is not known, although there have been many attempts at guesses. The rest of her article is about the consequences this algae, "Sargassum," has brought. The tourist companies are worried that the beaches may become unattractive. After indicating where the seaweed is found most, Higgins helps the reader realize what a blow this is to the Caribbean economy. The only good thing about the algae is that perhaps there will be more fish. Higgins ends with the ominous question that has been bothering most everyone. Will this continue to happen year after year?
Higgins's purpose in this essay is to inform her audience of travelers about the seaweed problem and where it is. This is obvious when she writes, "For anyone headed to the Caribbean before then, the probability of finding a seaweed-covered beach is greater in some places than others." Higgins uses many quotes from biologists and tourist attraction workers to add credibility and a sense of urgency.
New York Times' travel columnist Michelle Higgins writes an article on October 11th about the problem of seaweed infestation on Caribbean beaches. Her introduction draws attention by using details to emphasize the huge problem and the bewilderment of those affected by it. She goes on to inform that the cause of this seaweed overload is not known, although there have been many attempts at guesses. The rest of her article is about the consequences this algae, "Sargassum," has brought. The tourist companies are worried that the beaches may become unattractive. After indicating where the seaweed is found most, Higgins helps the reader realize what a blow this is to the Caribbean economy. The only good thing about the algae is that perhaps there will be more fish. Higgins ends with the ominous question that has been bothering most everyone. Will this continue to happen year after year?
Higgins's purpose in this essay is to inform her audience of travelers about the seaweed problem and where it is. This is obvious when she writes, "For anyone headed to the Caribbean before then, the probability of finding a seaweed-covered beach is greater in some places than others." Higgins uses many quotes from biologists and tourist attraction workers to add credibility and a sense of urgency.
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