Practice War And Deforestation (4.4.4) - Forest Society and Colonialism

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Question 1.
Define deforestation.
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Think about what happens when trees are cut down.
Question 2.
What is a scorched earth policy?
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This tactic was used by the Dutch during WWII.
3Question 3.
What was one reason for increased deforestation during the World Wars?
- A) Increased awareness around conservation
- B) Increased demand for timber for wartime needs
- C) Efforts to restore lost forests
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Think about what materials are essential for war.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Dutch implemented a scorched earth policy in Java.
- True
- False
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Recall how countries ensure valuable resources are protected during conflicts.
Question 5.
Evaluate the relationship between wartime demands and the long-term socio-economic developments of forest communities.
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Consider both immediate and extended economic impacts on the community.
Question 6.
Critically assess whether the scorched earth policy justified environmental destruction during the conflicts.
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Debate the pros and cons of such actions from both military and environmental perspectives.

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