Deforestation

What do the trees in the Amazon Rainforest produce for the entire world?

• carbon dioxide

• nitrogen

• oxygen

• air pollution

Cattle ranching is the #1 cause of deforestation in the Amazon Rainforest.

• True

• False

What are some solutions for deforestation?

• slash and burn agriculture

• increasing logging operations

• planting new trees

• protecting trees

Because of deforestation, many plant and animal species have become endangered and are facing extinction.

• True

• True for plants only

• True for animals only

• False

How does cutting down trees lead to global warming?

• cutting down trees releases oxygen

• cutting down trees releases nitrogen

• cutting down trees releases carbon monoxide

• cutting down trees releases carbon dioxide