The role of Amazonian tribes in preserving biodiversity

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

6. Why are Amazonian languages important in biodiversity conservation?

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

7. How do Amazonian tribes practice agroforestry?

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

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

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

9. 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

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