Unit 4 Quiz Review

Which of the following is NOT an example of the environment in South America?

• Amazon Rainforest

• Salar de Uyuni

• Spanish Language

• Favelas

Which of the following is NOT a natural occurrence that affects both humans and the environment?

• Hurricane damage

• Rainforest burning - slash and burn agriculture

• Roads and buildings affected by an earthquake

• Amazon River flooding

3. What region of South America can commonly get 14 inches of snow in one day, has winds frequently up to 60 mph, and is sparsely inhabited? Choose the correct region.

• Amazon

• Patagonia

• Andes

• Pantanal

Which of the following does the environment NOT typically affect?

• The clothes you wear

• The sports you play

• The government policies

• The foods you eat

5. The clothes you wear and the sports you play reflect the environment you live in.

• They are influenced by local cultural and climatic conditions.

• They are solely a result of personal choice with no regard to the environment.

• They are dictated by global fashion trends rather than the local setting.

• They have no relation to the environment whatsoever.

Humans are harming the environment in South America by deforestation in the Amazon due to agricultural expansion. This is affecting the environment by disrupting biodiversity and ecosystem services, and what can be done about it is implementing reforestation and sustainable agriculture practices.

• Deforestation due to agricultural expansion disrupts biodiversity; reforestation and sustainable practices can help.

• Urban sprawl in coastal cities is causing pollution; improved public transit can help.

• Mining activities in the Andes create toxic waste; stricter regulations can help.

• Oil spills in the Caribbean affect marine life; improved oil spill response can help.

7. An environment in South America might hurt the people of that area; for example, landslides can occur. How might they adapt? Select the correct example.

• Landslides occur and they adapt by building retaining walls.

• Wildfires occur and they adapt by using air conditioning.

• Earthquakes occur and they adapt by planting trees.

• Drought occurs and they adapt by wearing sunglasses.

Favelas in Rio de Janeiro are informal urban communities that face issues such as lack of infrastructure, crime, and poverty; however, they also showcase resilience and innovative community adaptations. Select the option that best summarizes this description.

• Favelas are informal urban communities with significant challenges including lack of infrastructure, crime, and poverty, yet they also demonstrate resilience and strong community adaptations.

• Favelas are luxurious neighborhoods in Rio de Janeiro known for their advanced infrastructure and low crime rates.

• Favelas are exclusively impoverished areas with no positive aspects or adaptive community strategies.

• Favelas are tourist attractions focusing solely on entertainment and cultural events.

Explain what Favelas are in Rio de Janeiro. Describe three concerns and share something positive about this community and how the people have adapted to this environment. Concerns (3):

Favelas in Rio de Janeiro are informal settlements known for their challenges and resilience. They face infrastructural deficiencies, high crime rates, and social inequality, yet the communities have adapted with strong local ties and resourcefulness. Which of the following best describes Favelas and their community adaptations?

• Informal settlements with significant challenges including infrastructural and social issues, but also strong local community adaptation.

• Well-planned urban neighborhoods with excellent public services and low crime rates.

• Exclusive residential areas with high socioeconomic status and government support.

• Commercial hubs with industrial growth and minimal social issues.