11.3 - Types of Agriculture
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Practice Questions
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What is subsistence farming?
💡 Hint: Think about where food is primarily consumed.
Give an example of commercial agriculture.
💡 Hint: Consider large farms that sell produce.
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What type of agriculture is primarily for self-consumption?
💡 Hint: Think about why farmers grow food in small amounts.
True or False: Intensive agriculture is characterized by low input of labor.
💡 Hint: What does 'intensive' suggest about the effort needed?
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Evaluate the long-term sustainability of shifting cultivation in modern agriculture. Consider environmental impacts and community needs.
💡 Hint: Think about how different communities adapt to their environment.
Design an educational program that highlights the advantages of organic farming methods over conventional methods for local farmers.
💡 Hint: Consider what interests farmers the most regarding their practices.
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