The role of Amazonian tribes in preserving biodiversity

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5. How do Amazonian tribes practice agroforestry?

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

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

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

7. Why are Amazonian languages important in biodiversity conservation?

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

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

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

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

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

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