Questions and Answers
What is Nomadic Herding?
Explain Swidden Agriculture.
A form of farming that clears land by burning it and fertilizes the soil with ashes.
What is the primary purpose of Terrace Farming?
Define Livestock Ranching.
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What is Mediterranean Agriculture?
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What is the main crop focus in Plantation Agriculture?
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List some products associated with Mesoamerica/Andes.
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What are typical crops of Sub-Saharan Africa?
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Identify crops commonly found in Mesopotamia.
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Which crops are primarily cultivated in East Asia?
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What fruits are commonly grown in Southeast Asia?
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Define Aquaculture.
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What is the focus of Market Gardening?
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What differentiates Dairy Farming from Livestock Ranching?
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What is Mixed Livestock and Crop Farming?
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What is the purpose of Commercial Grain Farming?
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What does Truck Farming involve?
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Extensive agriculture is characterized by low __________ and low yield per unit of energy added.
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Intensive agriculture typically has high capital, resulting in high __________.
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Study Notes
Agricultural Practices
- Nomadic Herding involves seasonal livestock movement to access grazing land and water, prevalent in arid regions like the Sahara and Central Asia.
- Swidden Agriculture/Slash and Burn is a farming technique in nutrient-poor tropical areas, involving land clearing and burning, followed by years of fallow for soil recovery.
- Terrace Farming creates flat farming areas on mountain slopes, reducing erosion and conserving water, particularly for crops like rice and barley.
- Livestock Ranching is extensive agriculture for raising livestock in large semi-arid spaces, notably in regions like the American West.
- Mediterranean Agriculture thrives in climates with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters, producing specialty crops such as olives and citrus.
- Plantation Agriculture involves large-scale cultivation of cash crops, often relying on coerced labor and monocultures.
Regional Agricultural Products
- Mesoamerica/Andes yield crops like maize, potatoes, and various livestock such as llamas.
- Sub-Saharan Africa is noted for producing coffee and yams.
- Mesopotamia/Southwest Asia is rich in livestock (cattle, goats) and crops like wheat and barley.
- East Asia primarily grows rice and soybeans.
- Southeast Asia cultivates crops such as mangoes and coconuts.
Aquaculture and Small-Scale Gardening
- Aquaculture is focused on rearing aquatic animals and plants, often in artificial settings.
- Market Gardening is characterized by small-scale production of diverse crops sold directly to buyers, emphasizing manual labor.
Dairy and Livestock Management
- Dairy Farming prioritizes milk production in cool temperate regions, with high yield areas in Northeastern USA and Europe.
- Mixed Livestock and Crop Farming integrates crop production and livestock management, enhancing sustainability through manure use.
Commercial Farming and Yield Types
- Commercial Grain Farming focuses on large-scale wheat production mainly in the American Midwest.
- Truck Farming entails large-scale veggie production for distant market shipment.
- Extensive Agriculture uses lower inputs and yields per area compared to intensive practices.
- Intensive Agriculture emphasizes high input costs for higher crop yields and profits, contrasting with extensive models.
Other Noteworthy Concepts
- Desertification is an emerging issue affecting agricultural viability in susceptible areas, impacting both productivity and ecosystem health.
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Description
This quiz explores various agricultural practices such as nomadic herding, swidden agriculture, and terrace farming. Additionally, it covers regional agricultural products from areas like Mesoamerica and the Andes. Test your knowledge on these farming techniques and their geographical significance.