Subsistence Agriculture in the Developing World

What is the primary focus of the video on the Mr. Sin Channel?

• Urban development in developed countries

• Technological advancements in agriculture

• Climate change and its effects on farming

• Subsistence agriculture in the developing world

Which of the following best describes pastoral nomadism?

• Growing crops in tropical rainforests

• Settled farming with permanent fields

• Large-scale commercial farming

• Herding domesticated animals within a set territory

What is a significant challenge faced by pastoral nomads today?

• Lack of access to modern technology

• Pressure from governments to settle

• Inability to grow any crops

• Overpopulation in their territories

What is another name for shifting cultivation?

• Intensive farming

• Slash-and-burn agriculture

• Plantation farming

• Pastoral nomadism

What environmental concern is associated with shifting cultivation?

• Excessive use of fertilizers

• Soil erosion

• Deforestation and carbon emissions

• Water pollution

What distinguishes wet rice from non-wet rice cultivation?

• The use of modern machinery

• The climate and geographical conditions

• The size of the farms

• The type of seeds used

Why is crop rotation important in non-wet rice intensive subsistence agriculture?

• To improve water management

• To reduce labor costs

• To prevent soil depletion

• To increase the size of the farm

What is a key characteristic of plantation farming today?

• Focus on multiple diverse crops

• Located in developing countries but owned by developed nations

• Primarily for local consumption

• Owned and operated by local farmers

What is the main reason plantation farming is located in developing countries?

• To take advantage of cheap labor and land

• To support local economies

• To promote sustainable agriculture

• To reduce transportation costs

What is the historical significance of plantation farming?

• It was the first form of agriculture

• It was associated with slavery in the past

• It was developed in the 21st century

• It was primarily used for subsistence farming