What was maria alegres decision? . you’ll only understand this if you read “call me maria” in the code-x

eager to consume a lot of food? insatiable appetite?

explanation:

"urban sprawl, the spreading of large developments of housing and shopping areas around a city’s center, has many negative cultural and environmental effects. " (from your link)

so, your answer is: it has a negative effect on the environment, otherwise known as c~hope this mate. 

good luck kid i beleve in you you can do it!