12 Questions
What is the main focus of agriculture?
Cultivating crops and livestock
Why did early humans find it hard to sustain themselves through hunting and gathering as the population grew?
Land use was not intensive
Which agricultural revolution focused on the use of technology to increase production and distribution?
Second Agricultural Revolution
What characterizes the Third Agricultural Revolution, also known as the Green Revolution?
Use of biotechnology and genetic engineering
What did the First Agricultural Revolution enable humans to do?
Become more sedentary and have a more reliable food source
What was the primary reason for the shift towards agriculture from hunting and gathering?
Need for food surpluses to support larger populations
What is the main difference between extensive subsistence agriculture and intensive subsistence agriculture?
Amount of land required
Which farming method involves moving farm fields after several years to find more productive soil?
Slash and Burn agriculture
What is the primary purpose of animal husbandry?
Breeding and raising of animals for various purposes
What led to a decrease in genetic diversity and resources among livestock breeds in the 20th century?
Selective breeding focusing on production
Which livestock production system is defined by being based on feed sources such as grassland, mixed, and landless?
Mixed Livestock and Crop Production
What are the drawbacks of extensive subsistence agriculture mentioned in the text?
Soil erosion and water degradation
Test your knowledge on agriculture, the science of cultivating crops and livestock, and medicinal plants that can be used for treating illnesses or boosting health. Learn about the significant contributions of agriculture to the rise of human civilization. Explore how early humans transitioned from hunting and gathering to farming practices.
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