Read this article about South American farming techniques. Consider the effectiveness of ancient Incan farming methods in the diverse and dramatic landscape of South America. Then answer the following questions:

Part A
Consider the information in the article about Incan farming practices. How does this information show that the Incas were “masters of their harsh climate”?

Question

Read this article about South American farming techniques. Consider the effectiveness of ancient Incan farming methods in the diverse and dramatic landscape of South America. Then answer the following questions:

Part A
Consider the information in the article about Incan farming practices. How does this information show that the Incas were “masters of their harsh climate”?

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Part B
What evidence does the article provide in regards to the purposeful development of Incan farming methods? What farming methods did the Incas use to adapt to their local environment?

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Part C
Why are farmers today less successful than the Incas? How have modern farmers in the region adopted Incan farming methods?

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