Why is Lake Chad drying up and what are the consequences for the people, animals, etc?

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Research Question: Why is Lake Chad drying up and what are the consequences for the people, animals, etc?

Thesis: The consequences for the people and animals are very negative because of the shrinking surface area, major decrease in water, and tensions rising among communities.

Topic Sentence #1: The major decrease in water leads to dying wildlife, less drinking water and a drier climate.

• Topic Sentence #2: The shrinking surface area of the lake would also kill wildlife, provide less of a water source, and make the lake less accessible for trade, fishing, etc.

• Topic Sentence #3: Tensions rising among communities is not a good thing, as it can cause rivalries among, violence, and often, being forced off of what’s yours.

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“Lake Chad: almost gone.” UNEP. Web. 31 Mar. 2015.

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