Rain Forest Destruction

Rainforests are dense, biodiverse forests found in tropical areas with heavy rainfall. The Amazon Rainforest, the largest on Earth, hosts millions of species and covers a significant portion of South America. Deforestation, driven by cattle ranching, agriculture, and other factors, poses a serious threat to these ecosystems. Brazil has made significant progress in reducing deforestation through laws and monitoring, but other countries lag behind. Rainforests play a crucial role in carbon dioxide absorption and oxygen production, and their loss would have global consequences. Conservation efforts are vital to preserving biodiversity and indigenous cultures.

What percentage of the world's species is estimated to be found in the Amazon Rainforest?

• 20%

• 40%

• 10%

• 30%

Which of the following is NOT a primary cause of deforestation in rainforests?

• Cattle ranching

• Urban development

• Small-scale farming

• Commercial agriculture

What has Brazil implemented to reduce deforestation by approximately 80%?

• Less satellite monitoring

• Increased cattle ranching

• Stricter laws and regulations

• More commercial agriculture

How do rainforests contribute to reducing greenhouse gas levels?

• By converting oxygen to carbon dioxide

• By converting carbon dioxide to oxygen

• By producing more carbon dioxide

• By increasing carbon emissions

What is the estimated current population of indigenous people affected by deforestation in Brazil?

• 500,000

• 250,000

• 6 to 9 million

• 1 million