Omnivore's Dilemma Chapter 4 Quiz

What are some common food choices of omnivores?

• Seeds, nuts, and legumes

• Fruits, vegetables, grains, meat, and dairy products

• Processed foods and fast food

• Insects, worms, and small animals

Explain how the food choices of omnivores impact the environment.

• Omnivores' food choices actually help the environment by balancing the ecosystem

• Omnivores' food choices impact the environment through deforestation for livestock grazing, greenhouse gas emissions from livestock, and overfishing for seafood consumption.

• Omnivores' food choices only impact the environment through plant-based agriculture

• Omnivores' food choices have no impact on the environment

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What are some ethical considerations in food production?

• Animal welfare, environmental impact, fair labor practices, and food safety

• Cost efficiency, taste, convenience, and marketing strategies

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Describe the industrial agriculture practices and their impact on food production.

• Industrial agriculture practices involve the use of sustainable farming methods and diverse crop planting, which have no impact on soil, water, and biodiversity.

• Industrial agriculture practices involve the use of organic fertilizers and natural pesticides, which have no impact on soil, water, and biodiversity.

• Industrial agriculture practices involve the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) and crop rotation, which have no impact on soil, water, and biodiversity.

• Industrial agriculture practices involve the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and monoculture farming, which can lead to negative impacts on soil, water, and biodiversity.

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What are some local food options and how are they sustainable?

• Local food options are not sustainable because they are not as nutritious as imported food

• Local food options are not sustainable because they have a shorter shelf life

• Local food options are sustainable because they require less transportation, reducing carbon emissions, and support local farmers and businesses.

• Local food options are not sustainable because they are more expensive than imported food

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How do the food choices of omnivores contribute to environmental degradation?

• Promoting plant-based diets

• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions

• Supporting the demand for resource-intensive animal agriculture

• Supporting sustainable farming practices

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Explain the concept of sustainable agriculture and its benefits.

• Sustainable agriculture focuses on economic profitability at the expense of environmental health and social equity.

• Benefits of sustainable agriculture include increasing pollution and reducing biodiversity.

• Sustainable agriculture is a farming practice that aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It focuses on environmental health, economic profitability, and social and economic equity. Benefits include preserving natural resources, reducing pollution, and promoting biodiversity.

• Sustainable agriculture is a farming practice that aims to deplete natural resources and harm future generations.

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How do industrial agriculture practices affect the local environment?

• Industrial agriculture practices can lead to soil erosion, water pollution, and loss of biodiversity.

• Industrial agriculture practices have no impact on the local environment

• Industrial agriculture practices reduce the risk of soil erosion, water pollution, and loss of biodiversity

• Industrial agriculture practices improve the local environment

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What are some examples of sustainable food options and their benefits?

• Locally sourced fruits and vegetables, organic grains and legumes, ethically raised meat and dairy products. Benefits include reduced carbon footprint, support for local farmers, and healthier food choices.

• Genetically modified fruits and vegetables, benefits include longer shelf life and increased yield

• Fast food and processed snacks, benefits include convenience and affordability

• Factory-farmed meat and dairy products, benefits include lower cost and consistent availability

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