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What does the term “green revolution” refer to?

A
displaying the slogan “Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle”
B
improving farming techniques using science and technology
C
using and growing more organic foods
D
attempting to diminish the harmful effects of technology and industry
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According to the chart, grain production passed 1,000,000,000 tons in [___].

A
1960
B
1970
C
1990
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Agricultural production [___] as a result of the green revolution.

A
increased
B
decreased
C
stayed constant
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What is the benefit of high-yield crops?

A
Crops are larger and able to produce more grain per acre.
B
They increase the variety of crops needed to be produced.
C
They do not require the use of fertilizer.
D
They reduce the plant’s need to photosynthesize.
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According to the passage, what were the benefits of the green revolution for such countries as China and India?

A
It helped improve research and irrigation, which led to new types of rice.
B
Countries no longer needed to fear famine thanks to new high-yield rice varieties.
C
Countries grew new types of food instead of relying only on grains, such as rice.
D
It helped countries prevent and slow the growth of their populations.
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What is the main idea of this passage?

A
The green revolution solved one problem but created new ones.
B
The green revolution reduced the risk of political conflict.
C
The green revolution has resulted in decreased pollution.
D
The green revolution has contributed to lack of food quality and nutrition.
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Use the graph and the drop-down menus to complete the statements.

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According to the chart, grain production passed 1,000,000,000 tons in .:1970
Agricultural production as a result of the green revolution.:increased

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