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5. How can we help fix damaged peatlands?

a) Supporting organizations

b) Using fewer products like palm oil and beef

c) Teaching others about peatlands

d) Making rules for peatlands

Essay:

Direction: Answer the Followig Questions

1. Why do you think cutting down trees in South Sumatra affects

the peatlands, and what happens when carbon dioxide is

released?

2. What are the main things people are trying to do to save

peatlands, and why is it important?

3. Can you explain in simple words what "agroforestry" means and

how it can help keep peatlands healthy?

4. How does taking water away from peatlands for farming make

it easier for fires to happen, and why is that bad for the

environment and people?

5. What can students do to help peatlands, and why is it a good

idea to use less of certain products like palm oil and beef?