White Mountains and Economic Impact Quiz

What is the main economic benefit of the White Mountains for New Hampshire?

• Farming

• Mining

• Attracting tourists

• Manufacturing

What could happen if the forests of the White Mountains are mismanaged?

• They will become more attractive

• They will become worthless

• They will grow faster

• They will produce more timber

Which mountain range is mentioned as a comparison to the White Mountains?

• The Rockies

• The Pyrenees

• The Alps

• The Himalayas

What is the more conservative and profitable way to manage the forests?

• Cutting all trees at once

• Planting new trees every year

• Selecting and cutting mature timber

• Burning old trees

What is the main source of the Merrimac River mentioned in the text?

• The Atlantic Ocean

• The Pemigewasset River

• The Mississippi River

• The Hudson River

What is the risk if the streams flowing from the mountains are exposed?

• They will become cleaner

• They will dry up

• They will cause floods and droughts

• They will attract more fish

What is the potential consequence for businesses if the rivers dry up?

• Businesses will thrive

• Businesses will suffer

• Businesses will relocate

• Businesses will expand

What is the main concern about allowing speculators to manage the forests?

• They will plant more trees

• They will build more roads

• They will cut down all the trees

• They will create more parks

What is the value of the forests in the White Mountains primarily based on?

• Timber production

• Tourist attraction

• Mining resources

• Agricultural land

What is the benefit of leaving younger growth of trees for future use?

• It increases immediate profit

• It harms the landscape

• It ensures a sustainable resource

• It reduces the number of tourists