Intensive Agriculture Puzzle

What is the primary source of food for pastoral nomads?

• Meat from their herds

• Grains obtained through trade

• Fruits and vegetables

• Fish from local water sources

Why do pastoral nomads move their herds?

• In search of better education

• To find new trading partners

• Due to environmental conditions like drought

• To explore new territories

What is the main environmental concern with shifting cultivation?

• Soil erosion

• Water pollution

• Nutrient depletion

• Increased carbon dioxide emissions

How long can land be left to fallow in shifting cultivation?

• 1-2 years

• 3-5 years

• 6-20 years

• Over 25 years

How does shifting cultivation impact carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere?

• It increases them due to burning vegetation

• It fluctuates without a clear pattern

• It has no significant impact

• It reduces them significantly

What is the main difference between wet rice and non-wet rice cultivation?

• The harvesting techniques

• The geographical location

• The amount of water used

• The type of crops grown

Why is intensive subsistence agriculture practiced?

• To increase biodiversity

• To simplify farming methods

• To maximize yield in limited space

• To reduce water usage

What is the primary reason for crop rotation in non-wet rice cultivation?

• To prevent soil depletion

• To experiment with new crops

• To follow government regulations

• To confuse pests

What is a key characteristic of plantation farming?

• Diverse crop production

• Small-scale family operations

• Owned by developed countries, operated in developing ones

• Primarily focused on dairy products

Why do plantation farms typically employ migrant workers?

• For the development of infrastructure

• To provide educational opportunities

• Due to a shortage of local labor

• To support local economies