The role of Amazonian tribes in preserving biodiversity

1. What is the primary role of Amazonian tribes in biodiversity preservation?

A) Mining operations
B) Sustainable land management
C) Urban development
D) Industrial agriculture

2. How do Amazonian tribes contribute to the conservation of wildlife?

A) Use of pesticides
B) Introduction of invasive species
C) Overhunting
D) Traditional ecological knowledge

3. Which organization often partners with Amazonian tribes for conservation efforts?

A) OPEC
B) NASA
C) IMF (International Monetary Fund)
D) WWF (World Wildlife Fund)

4. What is the UN declaration that supports the rights of indigenous peoples?

A) Sustainable Development Goals
B) Paris Agreement
C) Kyoto Protocol
D) UNDRIP (United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples)

5. How do Amazonian tribes practice agroforestry?

A) Using synthetic fertilizers
B) Clearing large areas of forest
C) Focusing on monoculture
D) Integrating crops with forest resources

6. What influence do Amazonian tribes have on conservation policies?

A) Support for industrial development
B) Isolation from global movements
C) Limited political power
D) Advocacy for indigenous rights and conservation

7. Why are Amazonian languages important in biodiversity conservation?

A) They contain knowledge of local species
B) They enhance economic development
C) They are widely spoken
D) They promote globalization

8. What is the significance of sacred forests to Amazonian tribes?

A) Economic exploitation
B) Urban housing
C) Cultural and ecological importance
D) Agricultural expansion

9. What is a common threat to the biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest?

A) Deforestation
B) Indigenous farming practices
C) Traditional hunting
D) Controlled burns

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