Agriculture and Rural Land-Use Patterns and Processes
Isabella Hernandez
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Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers AP Human Geography Unit 5: Agriculture & Rural Land Use. It reviews the three agricultural revolutions, focusing on the changes and impacts of each. It examines cultural landscapes, extensive and intensive land use, and the global system of agriculture, including the Von Thunen Model. Finally, it provides practice questions and exam tips covering key terms, concepts, and the relationship between agriculture, economic systems, and environmental impact.
#🧑🌾 AP Human Geography: Agriculture & Rural Land Use - The Night Before Cram Session! 🚀
Hey there, future geographer! This is your go-to guide for acing the AP Human Geo exam, especially Unit 5 (Agriculture & Rural Land Use), which makes up 12-17% of the exam. Let's make sure you're feeling confident and ready to rock this! We'll break down the key concepts, make connections, and give you some memory aids to help everything stick. Let's get started!
#🍽️ Why Agriculture Matters:
How do you get your food every day? This unit dives into the origins of agriculture, how it's spread, and how technology has transformed food production. We'll also look at the global food system and its impact on different countries, plus the good and bad of modern land use.
#Key Questions to Keep in Mind:
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Why do certain regions grow specific crops?
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Why aren't cities ideal for farming?
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How have agricultural innovations changed the world?
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What's the Green Revolution, and how has it impacted food production?
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Why is sustainable agriculture crucial for the future?
Think of agriculture as the foundation of civilization. It's not just about farming; it's about how societies are organized, how economies develop, and how we interact with the environment.
Jump to Evolution of Agriculture
Jump to Cultural Landscapes in Agriculture
Jump to The “Why of Where” in Agriculture
Jump to Extensive & Intensive Land Use
Jump to Large-Scale Agribusiness
Jump to Global System of Agriculture
#🚜 Evolution of Agriculture
Agriculture has gone through some major makeovers! Let's break it down:
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First Agricultural Revolution: Hunter-gatherers started domesticating plants and animals. 💡 Think: the OG farmers!
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Second Agricultural Revolution: The Industrial Revolution brought improved farming techniques and mechanization. Think: tractors and plows!
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Third Agricultural Revolution (Green Revolution): Transformed the global agricultural system with new technologies and increased global connections. Think: high-yield crops and fertilizers!
Each revolution increased food supply through better farming practices and tech. Remember this key theme for exam questions!
#Agricultural Innovations Over Time
First Agricultural Revolution: Early farming techniques.
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