Crop failure & famine in Europe
- 1. What is the main cause of crop failure in Europe?
A) Flooding
B) Drought
C) Pest infestation
D) Cold temperatures
- 2. What impact does crop failure have on food prices?
A) Food prices fluctuate randomly
B) Food prices increase
C) Food prices decrease
D) Food prices remain the same
- 3. What is a key consequence of prolonged crop failure in a region?
A) Population increase
B) Famine
C) Agricultural surplus
D) Economic growth
- 4. Which of the following is NOT a possible consequence of crop failure?
A) Economic hardship
B) Malnutrition
C) Food shortages
D) Increased crop yields
- 5. What is an example of a non-agricultural consequence of crop failure in Europe?
A) Technological advancement
B) Population growth
C) Economic prosperity
D) Social unrest
- 6. In the 18th century, crop failure due to a disease called 'ergot' caused widespread famine in which European region?
A) Poland
B) France
C) England
D) Spain
- 7. Which modern-day agricultural practice aims to prevent crop failure by reducing reliance on a single crop variety?
A) Crop diversification
B) GMO cultivation
C) Agrochemical application
D) Monoculture farming
- 8. What socio-political factor can exacerbate the impact of crop failure and famine in Europe?
A) Technological innovation
B) Cultural exchange
C) War
D) Educational reform
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