18 Questions
What type of settlement is characterized by buildings spread out over a large area?
Dispersed Settlement
Which rural surveying method is characterized by long, rectangular plots of land near a transportation route?
Long Lots
What is the name of the surveying method that divides land into squares of 16 square miles?
Township and Range
What is the approximate time frame of the 1st Agricultural Revolution?
12,000 years ago
Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of Linear Settlements?
People get large plots of land
What is the term for the circular pattern seen on a map, caused by an irrigation system?
Center Pivot Irrigation
What is a significant consequence of city expansion on agricultural production?
Less land available for farming due to increased land prices
In traditional societies, what is a common limitation faced by women in agriculture?
Assignment to certain tasks due to cultural biases
Which of the following is a challenge to food transportation in a city?
Poorer quality transportation networks
In more developed countries, what is a trend observed in women's engagement in agriculture?
Increased female engagement in agriculture
What is a consequence of urbanization on women's access to food in less developed countries?
Women have less access to food during times of famine
What is the term used to describe the increase in land prices near cities as they expand?
Bid-rent theory
What is one of the consequences of terraced farming?
It causes erosion due to water running through the hills
What is one of the effects of irrigation systems on the environment?
It causes the salinization of new land
What is one of the societal effects of agriculture on women's roles?
It reduces the role of women in agriculture
What is one of the environmental concerns related to agricultural practices?
All of the above
What is one of the benefits of urban farming?
It provides a fresh and sustainable source of food
What is one of the limitations of urban farming?
It is only useful for richer people
Test your knowledge on the environmental and societal effects of agriculture, including terraced farming, irrigation systems, and its impact on diets and economies.
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