2.5.1. BENEFITS

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is one primary benefit of dams?

   Hint

   Think about how water management helps farmers.

2. 2.

   Name one renewable energy source.

   Hint

   Recall what is generated from moving water.

3. 3.

   What is a major benefit of dams related to agriculture?

   • A) Cost reduction
   • B) Irrigation enhancement
   • C) Land reclamation

   Hint

   Think about what water allows farmers to do.

4. 4.

   True or False: Dams have no impact on local communities.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on how communities are affected by such projects.

5. 5.

   What are the environmental drawbacks of building large dams? Discuss the trade-offs involved.

   Hint

   Consider all stakeholders affected by a dam.

6. 6.

   How could community engagement in dam project planning change outcomes for tribal populations?

   Hint

   Think about the importance of stakeholder involvement.