1
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Why did the first humans settle permanently
A
To cultivate crops and move away from hunter gathering
2
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How could a large number of people be supported
A
If there is a reliable water source, fertile soil and flat ground
3
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What is cultivation
A
The growing of crops
4
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What is livestock farming
A
Raising animals for harvesting products
5
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What is intensive farming
A
Focus on investing a lot of labour and resources into a small tract of land in order to increase yield
6
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What is extensive agriculture
A
Own a large tract of land and lower quantities of labour and resources
7
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What can a farmer use to improve production
A
Water/irrigation, fertilizer, pesticides, labour and machinery
Geography Grade 8
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