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Civilizations in North and South America

Question 7 • FL-2109310-World History Sem 1 - Flex

Which statement best explains how terrace farming differed from slash-and-burn agriculture?

Answer
A
Terrace farming was used to grow crops in mountain areas, while slash-and-burn agriculture was used to grow crops in rainforests.
B
Terrace farming was used to grow crops in rainforests, while slash-and-burn agriculture was used to grow crops in mountain areas.
C
Terrace farming allowed farmers to grow a variety of crops, while slash-and-burn agriculture could only be used to grow corn.
D
Terrace farming could only be used to grow corn, while slash-and-burn agriculture allowed farmers to grow a variety of crops.

Explanation

Terrace farming creates flat steps on steep slopes, making it useful for growing crops in mountainous areas. Slash-and-burn agriculture clears vegetation by cutting and burning it, a method commonly used to make fields in rainforest regions. The best choice is “Terrace farming was used to grow crops in mountain areas, while slash-and-burn agriculture was used to grow crops in rainforests.”

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