The Green Revolution Quiz

What was the main goal of the Green Revolution?

• To increase the use of chemical fertilizers

• To develop higher-yielding varieties of grains

• To reduce the use of machinery in agriculture

• To promote traditional farming techniques

Which region experienced self-sufficiency in food production as a result of the Green Revolution?

• North America

• Europe

• Latin America

• Africa

What was a negative consequence of the Green Revolution on the environment?

• Reduced air pollution

• Enhanced biodiversity

• Increased soil erosion and salinization

• Decreased use of chemical fertilizers

What was the impact of the Green Revolution on food prices?

• Increased access to food due to higher prices

• No impact on food prices

• Lower food prices leading to increased access

• Decreased access to food due to lower prices

Which gender faced exclusion from learning and decision making power as a result of the Green Revolution?

• Women

• Elderly

• Men

• Children

Why did the Green Revolution have poor success in Africa?

• Lack of government investment

• Harsh and diverse environmental conditions

• Reliable transportation networks

• Inclusion of African crops in genetic research

What was the role of Norman Borlaug in the Green Revolution?

• Advocating for reduced use of machinery

• Researching the negative consequences of the revolution

• Developing higher-yielding varieties of grains

• Promoting traditional farming techniques

What was the main characteristic of the Green Revolution in agriculture?

• Decreased use of fertilizers and pesticides

• Intensive single cropping system

• Development of faster-growing varieties of grains

• Reduced use of machinery

What was the consequence of mass use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides on the environment?

• Improved ecosystems and habitats

• Reduced soil erosion

• Pollution of water and poisoning of animals

• Enhanced biodiversity

What was the impact of the Green Revolution on the use of machinery in agriculture?

• Decreased use of fossil fuels

• Promotion of traditional farming techniques

• Reduced air, sound & water pollution

• Increased use of machinery