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Agricultural Expansion and Deforestation

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Which of the following is NOT a major driver of agricultural expansion?

  1. Increasing population

  2. Rising incomes

  3. Government policies

  4. Climate change


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is not a direct driver of agricultural expansion, but it can indirectly contribute to it by making certain areas more suitable for agriculture.

What percentage of global deforestation is caused by agricultural expansion?

  1. 50-60%

  2. 70-80%

  3. 80-90%

  4. 90-95%


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Agricultural expansion is responsible for 80-90% of global deforestation.

Which region of the world has the highest rate of deforestation due to agricultural expansion?

  1. Amazon rainforest

  2. Congo rainforest

  3. Southeast Asia

  4. Central America


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Amazon rainforest has the highest rate of deforestation due to agricultural expansion, driven by demand for beef, soy, and other commodities.

What are the main environmental impacts of agricultural expansion?

  1. Loss of biodiversity

  2. Climate change

  3. Water pollution

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agricultural expansion can lead to loss of biodiversity, climate change, and water pollution.

Which of the following is NOT a potential solution to reduce deforestation due to agricultural expansion?

  1. Agroforestry

  2. Sustainable intensification

  3. Reducing meat consumption

  4. Reforestation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reforestation is not a direct solution to reduce deforestation due to agricultural expansion, as it does not address the underlying drivers of deforestation.

What is the term used to describe the process of converting forest land into agricultural land?

  1. Deforestation

  2. Afforestation

  3. Reforestation

  4. Agroforestry


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Deforestation is the term used to describe the process of converting forest land into agricultural land.

Which agricultural product is responsible for the largest share of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest?

  1. Soybeans

  2. Beef

  3. Palm oil

  4. Sugarcane


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Beef production is responsible for the largest share of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest.

What is the main reason why farmers clear forests for agriculture?

  1. To increase crop yields

  2. To access new land for farming

  3. To reduce soil erosion

  4. To improve water quality


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Farmers clear forests for agriculture primarily to access new land for farming.

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of deforestation?

  1. Loss of biodiversity

  2. Climate change

  3. Increased food production

  4. Soil erosion


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Deforestation does not directly lead to increased food production.

What is the term used to describe the practice of planting trees on land that has been cleared for agriculture?

  1. Reforestation

  2. Afforestation

  3. Agroforestry

  4. Silviculture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reforestation is the term used to describe the practice of planting trees on land that has been cleared for agriculture.

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of agroforestry?

  1. Increased crop yields

  2. Reduced soil erosion

  3. Improved water quality

  4. Increased deforestation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Agroforestry does not lead to increased deforestation.

What is the term used to describe the process of converting agricultural land back into forest?

  1. Reforestation

  2. Afforestation

  3. Agroforestry

  4. Silviculture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Reforestation is the term used to describe the process of converting agricultural land back into forest.

Which of the following is NOT a potential challenge to reducing deforestation due to agricultural expansion?

  1. Economic incentives for farmers to clear forests

  2. Lack of access to land for farmers

  3. Government policies that promote deforestation

  4. Climate change


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change is not a direct challenge to reducing deforestation due to agricultural expansion.

What is the term used to describe the practice of planting trees in areas that have been degraded by human activity?

  1. Reforestation

  2. Afforestation

  3. Agroforestry

  4. Silviculture


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Afforestation is the term used to describe the practice of planting trees in areas that have been degraded by human activity.

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of sustainable intensification?

  1. Increased crop yields

  2. Reduced deforestation

  3. Improved water quality

  4. Increased pesticide use


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sustainable intensification does not necessarily lead to increased pesticide use.

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