Q. Consider the following statements about people of Amazon Basin:
- They practice slash and burn agriculture.
- The staple food is manioc, also known as cassava.
Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer:
Both 1 and 2
Notes: They practice “slash and burn agriculture”. The staple food is manioc, also known as cassava that grows under the ground like the potato. They also eat queen ants and egg sacs. Cash crops like coffee, maize and cocoa are also grown.