iGCSE Edexcel Rural environments

Tropical rainforests are typically found in high latitude areas.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a characteristic of tropical rainforests?

• Low annual rainfall

• Seasonal temperature variation

• Infertile soils

• Evergreen vegetation

Temperate grasslands have a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters.

• True

• False

Which ecosystem service includes pollination and regulation of pests and diseases?

• Supporting services

• Regulating services

• Provisioning services

• Cultural services

Boreal forests are characterised by:

• Deciduous trees

• High temperatures year-round

• Coniferous trees

• Low precipitation

Subsistence farming involves selling products for profit.

• True

• False

What is a characteristic of rural areas regarding population density?

• Generally high population density

• Younger population due to urban migration

• High population density near rivers

• Generally low population density

Which of the following is an example of intensive farming?

• Shifting cultivation

• Nomadic farming

• Battery-hen production

• Subsistence farming

Rural areas near large urban areas typically have poorer accessibility than those further away.

• True

• False

What is the main reason for rural depopulation in some areas?

• Lack of natural resources

• Mechanization of agriculture

• Urbanization

• Climate change