1) describe the cartoon,

　　2) state its main idea, and

　　3) propose possible solutions

　　圖畫作文：兩個人在騎自行車，往相反的方向騎，左邊一個人后面有面旗子：能源;右邊一個人后面有面旗子：環境。

　　The cartoon depicts a vivid scene in which two strong cyclists riding two similar bicycle labeled ENERGY and ENVIRONMENT respectively, ate furiously dashing head on against each other. The most striking feature of the cartoon may be the dripping sweat of the cyclists and the single front wheel shared by the two bikes, which shows the intensity and inevitability of their struggle.

　　The main idea of the cartoon is apparent: the need to produce and consume energy comes into acute conflict with the need to preserve the environment. The rapid expansion of populations and their increasing demands for a better living lie at the root of deterioration of the natural environment. The steady augmentation of energy production and consumption required by unrestricted economic growth has led to the disastrous consequence of environmental pollution.

　　Can we find a way to get out of the awkward situation? I presume it of vital importance for man to realize that he is an integral part of nature, the destruction of which means the perishing of himself. I also have confidence in modern technology and genius which will enable man to change present energy patterns to avoid environmental pollution. The appearance of ecological products promise a bright prospect of settling the energy-environment contradiction.

　　1) describe the cartoon,

　　2) state its main idea, and

　　3) propose possible solutions

　　圖畫作文：兩個人在騎自行車，往相反的方向騎，左邊一個人后面有面旗子：能源;右邊一個人后面有面旗子：環境。

　　The cartoon depicts a vivid scene in which two strong cyclists riding two similar bicycle labeled ENERGY and ENVIRONMENT respectively, ate furiously dashing head on against each other. The most striking feature of the cartoon may be the dripping sweat of the cyclists and the single front wheel shared by the two bikes, which shows the intensity and inevitability of their struggle.

　　The main idea of the cartoon is apparent: the need to produce and consume energy comes into acute conflict with the need to preserve the environment. The rapid expansion of populations and their increasing demands for a better living lie at the root of deterioration of the natural environment. The steady augmentation of energy production and consumption required by unrestricted economic growth has led to the disastrous consequence of environmental pollution.

　　Can we find a way to get out of the awkward situation? I presume it of vital importance for man to realize that he is an integral part of nature, the destruction of which means the perishing of himself. I also have confidence in modern technology and genius which will enable man to change present energy patterns to avoid environmental pollution. The appearance of ecological products promise a bright prospect of settling the energy-environment contradiction.