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