Human Ecology MCQs

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: September 12, 2024

  1. What does ‘human ecology’ study?
    a) The interactions between humans and their physical environment
    b) The impact of human activities on animal behavior
    c) The biological evolution of human species
    d) The development of human societies in isolation from environmental factors
    Answer: a) The interactions between humans and their physical environment
  2. Which concept refers to the way in which human populations adapt to their environments through cultural and technological practices?
    a) Environmental determinism
    b) Ecological adaptation
    c) Cultural diffusion
    d) Technological innovation
    Answer: b) Ecological adaptation
  3. What is ‘carrying capacity’ in the context of human ecology?
    a) The maximum number of species a habitat can support
    b) The maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustain indefinitely without degrading the environment
    c) The amount of resources available in an ecosystem
    d) The ability of technology to increase agricultural output
    Answer: b) The maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustain indefinitely without degrading the environment
  4. Which term describes the process by which human activities alter natural ecosystems, often leading to environmental changes?
    a) Environmental impact
    b) Ecological balance
    c) Natural selection
    d) Resource management
    Answer: a) Environmental impact
  5. What does ‘sustainable development’ aim to achieve in human ecological terms?
    a) Rapid economic growth at the expense of environmental health
    b) Short-term benefits for a specific group without considering long-term consequences
    c) Development that meets current needs while preserving resources for future generations
    d) Immediate technological advancements without regard for ecological consequences
    Answer: c) Development that meets current needs while preserving resources for future generations
  6. Which of the following is an example of a human ecological practice aimed at reducing environmental impact?
    a) Expansion of urban areas
    b) Overexploitation of natural resources
    c) Adoption of renewable energy sources
    d) Increased industrial waste production
    Answer: c) Adoption of renewable energy sources
  7. What is ‘ecological footprint’?
    a) The amount of land required to produce the resources consumed and to absorb the wastes generated by an individual or population
    b) The space needed for agricultural expansion
    c) The impact of technology on economic growth
    d) The area of natural habitat preserved by conservation efforts
    Answer: a) The amount of land required to produce the resources consumed and to absorb the wastes generated by an individual or population
  8. Which concept describes the relationship between human societies and their environment, including how societies use and manage resources?
    a) Human-environment interaction
    b) Social structure
    c) Economic system
    d) Technological advancement
    Answer: a) Human-environment interaction
  9. What does ‘environmental justice’ focus on in the context of human ecology?
    a) Ensuring equal access to environmental resources and protection for all social groups
    b) Promoting industrial development regardless of environmental consequences
    c) Maximizing economic profits without considering environmental impacts
    d) Isolating human activities from ecological concerns
    Answer: a) Ensuring equal access to environmental resources and protection for all social groups
  10. Which term describes the study of how cultural practices and societal structures influence environmental management and conservation?
    a) Cultural ecology
    b) Environmental sociology
    c) Ecological anthropology
    d) Resource economics
    Answer: a) Cultural ecology

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