Question

Using the following words: Honor, Fear, Excitement, Commitment, Water, Food, Need.

Imagine you had to write an essay for three hours on your selected topic: Diverge: Pick a word from the list above. Breakdown your selected word into its various component parts in order to gain insight into the various ways/ideas you have for the word.

Brainstorm as many different ideas as you can. List 3 of your ideas Converge: Pick the same word. Think of a predetermined goal for that word. Fully describe your goal/idea and develop a plan for your goal. Submit a brief outline (only 1/2 to 1 page outline)

Answer 1

The selected word is " water "

Three different ideas about water :-

• Effects of water on life : Water plays a significant role in proliferation of life on earth. Water acts as a solvent in which many of the body's solute dissolves. It is also involved in many metabolic processes within the body. Water is fundamental to photosynthesis and respiration. Thus all forms of life depends upon water. It is the habitat for many aquatic organisms.
• Effects of water on human civilization : water played an important role in the evolution of human civilization. It has different uses for human civilization. Water is used in agriculture, for drinking, for washing purposes, for industries, for transportation, for food processing, for medical purposes etc.
• Water crisis and water pollution : Water pollution has serious effects on the health of the living organisms. Water pollution can also cause damage to the biodiversity. Many parts of the world is facing the water crisis due to increased consumption. In some developing regions of the world, demand for safe water has exceeded its supply.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Predetermined goal for water : Today water crisis and water pollution is a matter of serious concern. It is very important to conserve water and prevent water pollution to protect the biodiversity of earth. Water is a strategic resource on earth. Therefore our main priority is to conserve water, prevent water pollution and provide access to safe drinking water for all. We must implement the plan to achieve this goal globally. Strict laws should be made to prevent the wastage of water on earth.