The Green Revolution (College Board AP® Environmental Science): Exam Questions

3 mins3 questions
11 mark

Which of the following are practices associated with the green revolution?

I. Increased use of mechanization

II. Emphasis on traditional farming methods 

III. Implementation of high-yielding crop varieties

  • I only

  • II only

  • I and III 

  • I, II and III 

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21 mark

Which of the following correctly pairs an advantage and a disadvantage of the Green Revolution?

  • Decreased use of synthetic fertilizers – Higher food production

  • Improved soil health – Increased pesticide resistance in pests

  • Increased crop yields – Reduced genetic diversity of crops

  • Lower water usage – Higher costs for small farmers

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31 mark

Which of the following best describes the period of agriculture known as the Green Revolution?

  • A movement promoting organic farming and reduced use of chemical inputs to improve soil health.

  • The widespread adoption of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) to increase global food production.

  • A return to subsistence farming methods focused on self-sufficiency and low environmental impact.

  • A shift from traditional farming methods to industrialized agriculture, including high-yield crop varieties, synthetic fertilizers, and pesticides.

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