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Which is true about agroforestry?

• It is a very simple switch to make

• Fields are planted with one crop at a time

• It is not good for farmers

• It helps restore damaged land

What does it mean that growing trees alongside crops is like "putting an air conditioner and sprinklers"?

• It requires a lot of water to take care of the plants

• Trees take moisture from the soil and release it into the air to cool the environment

• Rainwater trickles down through the trees' leaves to other plants

• The smaller crops collect moisture for the trees

Why was monoculture popular in Brazil in the 20th century?

• Planting single crops was a quicker way to earn money

• Growing radishes was very good for the soil

• Supermarkets wanted food that was not linked to deforestation

• It is a method that copies natural ecosystems

What image best illustrates the main idea of the text?

• "Side by Side"

• "Teamwork"

• "Hot and Dry"

• "Grow On"

How is the information in the sidebar, "Changing the World", organized?

• Cause and Effect

• Compare and Contrast

• Description

• Problem and Solution

The final quote in the article was included to

• explain how people can get started with agroforestry

• define savanna

• highlight the success of agroforestry

• emphasize the necessity of agroforestry