Forest management in Pennsylvania, USA

Questions 1-5

Which paragraph (A-G) contains the following information?
NB You may choose any letter more than once.

None

1. bad outcomes for a forest when people focus only on its financial reward

2. reference to the aspects of any tree that contribute to its worth

3. mention of the potential use of wood to help run vehicles

4. examples of insects that attack trees

5. an alternative name for trees that produce low-use wood

Questions 6-8

Choose the correct purpose (A-C) for each timber cut.
NB You may choose any letter more than once.

List of Timber Cuts

A a TSI Cut

B a Salvage Cut

C a Shelterwood Cut

None

6. to remove trees that are diseased

A B C None

7. to generate income across a number of years

A B C None

8. to create a forest whose trees are close in age

A B C None

Questions 9-13

Complete the sentences. Write ONE WORD ONLY from the text in each gap.

9. Some dead wood is removed to avoid the possibility of .
10. The from the tops of cut trees can help improve soil quality.
11. Some damaged trees should be left, as their provide habitats for a range of creatures.
12. Some trees that are small, such as , are a source of food for animals and insects.
13. Any trees that are should be left to grow, as they add to the variety of species in the forest.

Time's up

Forest management in Pennsylvania, USA

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