APHG Topic 5.11 Video Lesson

Which of the following best describes a major environmental consequence of widespread adoption of genetically modified crops?

• Increased crop diversity leads to greater ecological stability in farmland.

• Genetically modified crops typically require fewer agricultural inputs than traditional varieties.

• Reliance on a limited number of modified plant species reduces agricultural biodiversity.

• Enhanced pest resistance

Which of the following best explains how urban farming can address food insecurity in cities?

• Urban farming increases reliance on imported food.
• Urban farming can enhance food access and reduce food deserts in cities.
• Urban farming is only beneficial for rural areas.
• Urban farming primarily focuses on livestock production.

How do government agricultural subsidies in core countries most influence global food production systems?

• They increase food prices in developing countries.
• They promote organic farming practices globally.
• They eliminate the need for food imports in core countries.
• They distort global food prices and production patterns, favoring surplus production in core countries.