Intro to AGRICULTURE [AP Human Geo Review—Unit 5 Topic 1]

What is the primary purpose of agriculture?

• To preserve wild plant and animal species.

• To raise domesticated plants and animals for food.

• To develop new technologies for land management.

• To explore new geographical locations for settlement.

Which of the following is a key physical environmental factor that determines where agriculture can successfully take place?

• Political stability of the region.

• Availability of abundant and nutritious soil.

• Proximity to major urban centers.

• Level of technological advancement.

Which climate type is characterized by warm temperatures all year and abundant precipitation, making it highly suitable for agriculture?

• Dry climate

• Semi-arid climate

• Tropical climate

• Polar climate

What is a key characteristic of intensive agriculture?

• It relies primarily on natural soil fertility and climate conditions.

• It involves the cultivation of a plot of land until its resources are exhausted, then moving to another location.

• It uses a high amount of inputs like money, labor, and fertilizers to maximize yields.

• It is typically practiced in periphery and semi-periphery countries due to limited wealth.