S1_6.2 Uses of Tropical Forests for People

Indigenous people depend on the rain forest for

• food & water

• shelter

• clothing

• all of the above

Korowai tribe on the island of New Guinea in _______________ inhabit tropical rainforests.

• Malaysia

• Thailand

• Indonesia

• Vietnam

Construction materials from mangroves can be used to build traditional houseboats or huts for indigenous people.

• True

• False

What recreational activities can be carried out in tropical forests for people who live in towns and cities?

• Trekking

• Camping

• Birdwatching

• Cutting down trees for wood

Natural sights, smells and sounds of the forest have a calming effect on people and can encourage them to exercise and lead an active lifestyle.

• True

• False

Which of the following are sources of food commonly from plants in the tropical forests?

• Mangoes

• Pepper

• Cinnamon

• Strawberries

• Cucumber

Identify an ingredient shown in the photograph that can be found in the mangrove forest.

• Red beans

• Coconuts

• Nipah palm seeds

• Sugar

Mangroves in some coastal areas are used for aquaculture to rear fish, prawns and clams.

• True

• False

Oysters growing on the mangrove roots can only be harvested by removing the roots entirely.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Oysters can be harvested during low tides so that roots of the mangrove plants remind intact

Which of the following are valuable hardwoods found in tropical rainforests?

• Teak

• Plywood sheets

• Rosewood

• Mahogany