The role of Amazonian tribes in preserving biodiversity

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5. How do Amazonian tribes practice agroforestry?

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

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

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

7. Why are Amazonian languages important in biodiversity conservation?

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

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

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

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

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

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