Activity 1: Off the Menu [4 points]
Fishing is a really common activity in New Zealand. In fact, people have fished in New Zealand for centuries. Unfortunately, over the past few decades some people have caught too many fish in one area and left the region without enough fish to refill (replenish) the stocks. When this happens we call the area ‘overfished’ and it is closed to all private and commercial fishing. If people are caught fishing in these areas, they are required to pay a fine (money). The maximum fine for fishing in a restricted area is $100 000.
What do you think about this rule? Is it fair that people are charged up to $100 000 for overfishing?
On your blog, tell us what you think about this rule and why you think it!.
I think it is not fair because you’re just fishing and if you get caught you have to pay 100 000 they should lower the price to like just 50 000 but at the same time i think it is fair because it is closed and you are not allowed to go. Also you know the consequence so Thats why I think its is not fair and not fair.
Hi Mason
ReplyDeleteI like that you have thought about both sides of the argument. $100000 is a lot of money. I think that is only charged to the companies that ‘overfish’ and individuals that are caught fishing in these areas are charged less - but I could be wrong.
I agree with you though. People know the rules so they shouldn’t fish there. What do you think a more fare fine would be for individuals? Are you happy keeping it at $50000?
Thanks for writing another thoughtful post Mason.
Have a great day.
Izzy
Hi Mason...great to see you blogging on the SLJ. There's still some time to complete the activities before school begins - how many more can you get done? Keep up the great work.
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