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The document consists of questions related to the study of vegetation types and forest cover in Pakistan, including the identification of vegetation, characteristics, and the impact of altitude on vegetation. It also discusses the functions of forests, the effects of deforestation, and the role of initiatives in promoting sustainable development. Additionally, it addresses the need for increased forest cover in Pakistan and the challenges associated with deforestation.

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Forest Past Paper

The document consists of questions related to the study of vegetation types and forest cover in Pakistan, including the identification of vegetation, characteristics, and the impact of altitude on vegetation. It also discusses the functions of forests, the effects of deforestation, and the role of initiatives in promoting sustainable development. Additionally, it addresses the need for increased forest cover in Pakistan and the challenges associated with deforestation.

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1 (a) (i) Study Fig. 3.

1 a map showing natural vegetation types found in southern


Pakistan.

Using Fig. 3.1 only, describe the distribution of riverain forest / bela. [3]
(ii) Study Fig. 3.2 a photograph showing a type of vegetation found in Pakistan.
Identify the type of vegetation shown in the photograph.
Circle the correct answer.
evergreen forest mangrove tropical thorn / rakh [1]
(iii) Using Fig. 3.2 only, describe two characteristics of the type of vegetation shown. [2]
2. Study Fig. 4.1, a pie graph showing the percentage share of Pakistan’s total forest cover by
province-level area.

(a) (i) Complete the pie graph in Fig. 4.1 to show the percentage of total forest cover found in
Gilgit-Baltistan and Sindh. Use the information below and the key provided:
(ii) Complete the passage below about reasons for the variations in the percentage share
of forest cover shown in Fig. 4.1. Choose the correct words from the list and place them
in the spaces provided.

(b) (i) State three functions of forests in Pakistan. [3]


(ii) State one difference between productive forests and protection forests.
productive forests ..............................................................................................................
...........................................................................................................................................
protection forests ...............................................................................................................
........................................................................................................................................... [2]
(iii) Study Fig. 4.2, a diagram showing how altitude affects vegetation type.

Using Fig. 4.2 and your own knowledge, suggest how altitude affects the type and
amount of vegetation in Pakistan. [4]

(c) Explain two effects of deforestation on the natural environment of Pakistan. You should
develop your answer. [4]

(d) The United Nations environment programme supports Pakistan's initiatives with forest
owners, the timber industry and forest-dependent communities to keep its forests alive and
healthy by controlling deforestation and degradation.
To what extent can initiatives on forests encourage further sustainable development in
Pakistan? Give reasons to support your judgement and refer to examples you have studied.
You should consider different points of view in your answer. [6]
3. (a) (i) Study Fig. 2.1, a map showing forest types in Pakistan.

Name the forest types shown at A, B and C: [3]

(ii) Using Fig. 2.1, name two areas in Pakistan where mangroves grow. [2]

(b) (i) Describe two natural characteristics of mangrove forests. [2]

(ii) Describe two functions of forests. [2]

(iii) Suggest three physical factors which determine the type and density of forests. [3]
(c) (i) Study Fig. 2.2, which shows a coniferous tree.

Explain how this type of tree has adapted to the climatic conditions it grows in. You
should develop your answer. [4]

(ii) State three causes of deforestation in Pakistan. [3]

(d) Around 5 per cent of the land area of Pakistan is forested. To meet sustainable development
targets the amount of land covered by forest needs to increase to 25 per cent by 2030. Read
the following two views about possible uses of land in Pakistan:
A
There are more important uses of land for the future development of Pakistan than increased
forest cover.
B
Increased forest cover is an important use of land for the future development of Pakistan.
Which view do you agree with more? Give reasons to support your answer and refer to
examples you have studied. You should consider View A and View B in your answer. [6]
4. (c) Study Photographs A and B (Insert), which show typical scenes of deforestation.

(i) State one use of timber from forests that have been cut down. [1]
(ii) Using the photographs and your own knowledge, describe the effects of deforestation on
the natural environment. [4]

(d) Pakistan is rapidly losing its trees. Over the period 2000–2007 the country’s forests
decreased at a rate of 2.2% per year, the ninth highest rate among the world’s nations.
What actions can be taken to reduce deforestation?
To what extent are these actions possible in Pakistan? [6]

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