APHG Topic 5.10 Video Lesson

Which of the following best describes a negative environmental impact of the Green Revolution?

• Reduction in pesticide use leading to healthier ecosystems.
• Increased chemical use leading to soil degradation and water pollution.
• Increased crop yields without any environmental consequences.
• Improved biodiversity in agricultural areas.

The shift from subsistence farming to commercial agriculture has most significantly led to which of the following?

• Reduction in crop diversity and sustainability.
• Increased food scarcity and poverty in rural areas.
• Decreased reliance on technology in farming.
• Increased market integration and economic growth in agriculture.

Which practice is most associated with the depletion of freshwater resources in agricultural regions?

• Crop rotation
• Rainwater harvesting
• Organic farming
• Excessive irrigation

A primary social consequence of large-scale agribusiness replacing small family farms in rural communities is:

• Increased job opportunities in rural areas.
• Enhanced agricultural productivity and efficiency.
• Loss of community and social cohesion in rural areas.
• Improved access to modern technology for farmers.

Which of the following agricultural practices is most sustainable in the long term and helps reduce environmental degradation?

• Organic farming
• Use of synthetic fertilizers
• Monoculture practices
• Conventional farming