Question

Write a paragraph to explain what you think is the most pressing problem facing the people who live in shantytowns.

Answer 1

Answer: Overpopulation, Sewage/waste disposal. And some often have problems with crime.

Explanation: Just a few examples.

Answer 2

Answer:

Issues in shanty towns

The huge volume of people migrating to cities has caused many problems. Overcrowding is a major problem in shantytowns . On average, the population density of shanty towns is way above average of the most crowded cites. Because of the lack of toilets and poor sanitation, sewage often runs in open drains. This causes diseases which spread rapidly. People are poor and cannot afford healthcare or medicines so illnesses go untreated. Diseases spread quickly. As a result, infant mortality rates are high and life expectancy is low. This is why overcrowding is one of the most pressing problems facing people living in shantytowns.