Global Connection: Deforestation in Haiti Answers

Satellite imaging allows scientists to observe _______.a.where deforestation has removed the treesb.where deforestation has occurred but is recoveringc.where deforestation has not occurredd.all of the above

How has deforestation in Haiti altered the climate?a.The loss of trees resulted in less water vapor in the atmosphere and thus less rain.b.Deforestation has resulted in widespread extinction of plants.c.Without trees’ root systems to hold it in place, rains have washed away the topsoil.d.Deforestation has not altered Haiti’s climate.

What is wood harvested from Haiti’s forests principally being used for?a.building materialb.furniturec.charcoald.decoration

The first step in deforestation in the Amazon is _______.a.loggingb.farmingc.ranchingd.road building

How much of Haiti’s forests have been cut down? a. 1% b. 25% c. 50% d. 98% Please select the best answer from the choices provided