WAEC Agricultural Science 2011 Question 29

Question 29

Forestry and Wildlife

The main objective of establishing forest in the arid region is to

  1. A.check desert enroachment.
  2. B.provide firewood for cooking.
  3. C.provide bush meat.
  4. D.improve the beauty of the environment.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (check desert enroachment.)

Explanation

Tree belts in dry areas act as shelter belts that stop the desert spreading.