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Environmental Impact of Agriculture

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What type of settlement is characterized by buildings spread out over a large area?

Rural Settlement

Dispersed Settlement (correct)

Linear Settlement

Urban Settlement

Which rural surveying method is characterized by long, rectangular plots of land near a transportation route?

Sectional Survey

Metes and Bounds

Long Lots (correct)

Township and Range

What is the name of the surveying method that divides land into squares of 16 square miles?

Metes and Bounds

Township and Range (correct)

Linear Surveying

Sectional Survey

What is the approximate time frame of the 1st Agricultural Revolution?

12,000 years ago Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of Linear Settlements?

People get large plots of land Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the circular pattern seen on a map, caused by an irrigation system?

Center Pivot Irrigation Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consequence of city expansion on agricultural production?

Less land available for farming due to increased land prices Signup and view all the answers

In traditional societies, what is a common limitation faced by women in agriculture?

Assignment to certain tasks due to cultural biases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a challenge to food transportation in a city?

Poorer quality transportation networks Signup and view all the answers

In more developed countries, what is a trend observed in women's engagement in agriculture?

Increased female engagement in agriculture Signup and view all the answers

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 Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the increase in land prices near cities as they expand?

Bid-rent theory Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the consequences of terraced farming?

It causes erosion due to water running through the hills Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the effects of irrigation systems on the environment?

It causes the salinization of new land Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the societal effects of agriculture on women's roles?

It reduces the role of women in agriculture Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the environmental concerns related to agricultural practices?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the benefits of urban farming?

It provides a fresh and sustainable source of food Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the limitations of urban farming?

It is only useful for richer people Signup and view all the answers