APHG 5.5

Which of the following is a common criticism of the Green Revolution?

• It relied too heavily on traditional farming practices
• It caused environmental damage
• Its benefits were not distributed equally among all farmers
• It was too expensive to implement

What is the main goal of the Green Revolution?

• To preserve traditional farming techniques
• To promote sustainable farming practices
• To reduce the use of pesticides and fertilizers
• To increase agricultural production and reduce hunger

The Green Revolution is often associated with which of the following scientists?

• Isaac Newton
• Albert Einstein
• Charles Darwin
• Norman Borlaug

What is a potential drawback of the high-yield crop varieties used in the Green Revolution?

• They are less nutritious than traditional crop varieties
• They are more difficult to grow
• They are more susceptible to pests and diseases
• They require a lot of water and fertilizer

Which of the following is NOT a factor that contributed to the success of the Green Revolution?

• Increased use of irrigation systems
• Development of new fertilizers and pesticides
• Expansion of agricultural land
• Reduction in government funding for agricultural research

What is the most significant long-term impact of the Green Revolution?

• Decreased environmental sustainability
• Decreased biodiversity in crops
• Increased food production and decreased hunger
• Increased use of genetically modified crops

Which of the following is NOT a potential environmental consequence of the Green Revolution?

• Increased soil fertility
• Water pollution from fertilizer runoff
• Soil erosion from intensive farming practices
• Deforestation for agricultural land

What was the impact of the Green Revolution on small-scale farmers?

• Many were unable to afford the high-yield crop varieties and other inputs, and were left behind in terms of productivity
• They were able to increase their income and improve their standard of living
• They were able to negotiate better prices for their crops
• They were able to switch to organic farming practices