How can the use of pesticides and
fertilizers make it difficult for plants to grow

Atown is built on the banks of a small lake on the edge of a desert. after some time, the townspeople discover that water from the lake has become too polluted to use. describe one way that the lake may have been contaminated by the actions of the townspeople, and explain how the townspeople can remediate this problem.

What is the theme of "the story of the fisherman"?

People make choices about how to use resources.