Question

What is pastoral nomadism?

1. Pastoral nomadism is a lifestyle that emerged after humans learned to domesticate animals.
2. It is primarily practiced in regions with consistent and abundant rainfall.
3. Pastoral nomads rely on settled agriculture as their main source of income.

• A. 3 only
• B. All
• C. None of these
• D. 1 only

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 1 only

• Pastoral nomadism emerged soon after humans learnt to domesticate animals.

• This is common in the deserts of North Africa and West Asia, where the rainfall produces wild fodder scattered in patches that can temporarily support small groups of herders.