(I) Introduction to Sustainability Final Prompts

2-4 paragraphs: Look at Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. If we are to be concerned with our fellow humans, what should we focus on providing for others who are unable to provide for themselves? (i.e.: How far up the scale should we provide services as a society?)

Short essay: In writing, explain sustainability to a five-year-old with infinite attention span. (i.e.: what is sustainability? Explain it simply using your own words)

Essay: Choose one of the four authors we have discussed (Thoreau 2, DeWitt 920, Oliver 737, Guthrie 258) and explain what he or she would have to say* about one of the following issues using quotations from his or her writings in the anthology:
a) Solving the energy crisis.
b) Species extinction.
c) Social equality.

* Bonus points for attempting to write using the author’s style.