AP Human Geography : Green Revolution

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for AP Human Geography

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Example Questions

Example Question #11 : Green Revolution

What does GMO stand for?

Possible Answers:

Genetically Modified Organism

Greatly Mutilated Germinations

Green Movement Organization

Genetically Mutated Organisms

Generically Modified Organs

Correct answer:

Genetically Modified Organism

Explanation:

GMOs (genetically modified organisms) are any organisms whose genetic makeup has been altered using genetic engineering techniques.

Example Question #12 : Green Revolution

Who is considered the "Father of the Green Revolution?"

Possible Answers:

John D. Rockefeller

Nazareno Strampelli

William Gaud

Norman Borlaug

Correct answer:

Norman Borlaug

Explanation:

Norman Borlaug is considered to be the "Father of the Green Revolution". He led several initiatives that got this Revolution up and running as well as received the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts. He is credited with saving billions from starvation as well as modernizing agriculture techniques and technology.

Example Question #13 : Green Revolution

When did the majority of the Green Revolution occur? 

Possible Answers:

1890-1900

Late 1980's

Late 1960's

1920-1930

Correct answer:

Late 1960's

Explanation:

The majority of the initiatives were carried out between 1930-1960 and actual changes in the agricultural process occurred during the late 1960's. During this time period, research, development and technology related to agriculture was reformed leading to the Green Revolution. In fact, the first time the Green Revolution was referred to by this name was in 1968.

Example Question #14 : Green Revolution

What country was not historically affected by the Green Revolution?

Possible Answers:

Brazil 

Mexico

Canada

India

Correct answer:

Canada

Explanation:

Historically, Mexico, India and Brazil were part of the growth of the Green Revolution. The Green Revolution in addition with the Mexican Revolution are credited for transforming Mexico. India was very close to a mass famine when Norman Borlaug came to the country and assisted them with their Green Revolution. Brazil's soil was transformed by Borlaug and now is a leading exporter of beef, poultry and soybeans. 

Example Question #15 : Green Revolution

What is not a criticism of the Green Revolution? 

Possible Answers:

Social safety

Environmental safety 

Health safety 

Food safety

Correct answer:

Social safety

Explanation:

Food, health and environmental safety are all leading concerns of critics of the Green revolution. In regards to food safety, critics were concerned about starvation as well as the actual quality of one's diet. In regards to health safety, critics were concerned about the ingesting of pesticides that may lead to cancer. The final concern was surrounding environmental safety where criticisms centered using non-renewable resources and greenhouse gas emissions.

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