Cuestionario sobre el Cacao

What has cacao historically presented?

• A simple food of no importance

• An exclusive product of Europe

• A symbol of wealth and culture

• A substitute for coffee

Where does cocoa have a fascinating history, according to the text?

• Brazil

• Mexico

• Colombia

• Peru

What has been a consequence of the improvement in Colombian cocoa production?

• Decrease in production in the Amazon

• Less interest in international markets

• Increase in demand in international markets

• Loss of product quality

What have Colombian farmers adopted to improve the quality and productivity of cocoa?

• Traditional farming methods

• Sustainable and innovative practices

• Imported irrigation systems

• Chemical fertilizers in large quantities

In addition to the economic benefits, what other impact does Colombian cocoa have on the country?

• Improves the living conditions of cocoa farmers

• Decreases agricultural production in other areas

• Reduces interest in sustainable agriculture

• Generates an excess supply in the global market

In addition to sustainable practices, what has driven the resurgence of Colombian cocoa?

• The total mechanization of the harvest

• The technological advancement in production, processing, and marketing

• The substitution of cocoa for coffee

• The reduction in the number of farmers

Since when has cocoa been present in Colombia?

• Since the arrival of the Europeans

• Since ancient times

• Since the 20th century

• Since the Spanish colonization

What role does cocoa currently play in Colombia?

• It is only cultivated at an artisanal level

• It has a marginal role in the economy

• It is an economic and cultural engine

• It is only used for export to Europe

What does the word "cacao" mean translated from Greek?

• Sacred plant

• Seed of life

• Food of the gods

• Tropical fruit tree

What is the approximate height that a cacao tree can reach?

• From 2 to 3 meters

• Up to 8 meters

• More than 15 meters

• Maximum 1 meter