Forest Quixote

What is one of the primary causes of deforestation?

• Urbanization

• Climate change

• Agriculture expansion

• Industrialization

Which of the following is a consequence of deforestation?

• Increased biodiversity

• Soil erosion

• Reduced greenhouse gas emissions

• Enhanced water quality

What percentage of Earth's land area is covered by forests?

• 20%

• 50%

• 70%

• 90%

Which region of the world has the highest rate of deforestation?

• North America

• Europe

• South America

• Africa

What is one way to combat deforestation?

• Planting more trees

• Clearing more land for agriculture

• Increasing fossil fuel consumption

• Encouraging urban sprawl

What is the term for the practice of cutting down trees faster than they can grow back?

• Sustainable forestry

• Clearcutting

• Reforestation

• Afforestation

Which of the following is NOT a direct benefit of forests?

• Carbon sequestration

• Air pollution

• Medicinal plants

• Timber resources

What is one negative impact of deforestation on wildlife?

• Increased habitat loss

• Enhanced biodiversity

• Improved breeding grounds

• Expanded wildlife corridors

What is one way deforestation affects the climate?

• Decreased carbon dioxide levels

• Increased rainfall

• Reduced temperature fluctuations

• Elevated greenhouse gas emissions

Which organization focuses on global efforts to address deforestation?

• Greenpeace

• World Health Organization

• United Nations Environment Programme

• International Monetary Fund