Agriculture and Rural Land–Use
Which of the following best characterizes subsistence agriculture?
It relies heavily on machinery.
It's primarily for consumption by the farmer's family.
It involves growing cash crops for export.
It uses agricultural practices that damage the environment.
From which region did maize (corn) originate?
Mesoamerica
Southeast Asia
Sub-Saharan Africa
East Asia
What is an example of relocation diffusion within agricultural origins?
The rise in organic farming as people become more health conscious globally.
The sudden popularity of avocado toast across urban cafes globally.
The decrease in traditional farming methods due to modern technology advancements.
The spread of rice cultivation from east Asia to Africa by human migration.
Which region started the first agricultural revolution?
East Asia
North America
Sub-Saharan Africa
The Fertile Crescent
What impact did feudalism have on European agricultural landscapes during its prevalence?
The creation of manorial estates surrounded by large tracts of arable land.
The implementation of extensive commercial ranching operations similar to those later found in the American West.
The widespread establishment of collective farms following socialist principles.
The uniform spread of intensive greenhouse horticulture across regions.
Which agricultural practice led to a significant change in the cultural landscape of Southeast Asia due to its adaptation to wet, low-lying areas?
Mediterranean agriculture
Pastoral nomadism
Paddy rice farming
Slash-and-burn agriculture
Which continent did wheat originally come from?
Australia
Asia
North America
Africa

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What primary challenge do protected denomination status geographical indications face?
International trade agreements prioritizing open markets
Rise in domestically produced generic imitations
Decrease consumer interest in cultural heritage foods
Elimination of tariff barriers protecting niche industries
Which ancient civilization was the earliest to transition from hunting and gathering to agriculture?
Ancient Egypt.
The Indus Valley Civilization.
Ancient China.
The Fertile Crescent.
People would hunt and gather in groups of no more than how many people?
20
50
100
500