Practice Topic 5: Land with authentic IB Environmental systems and societies (ESS) exam questions for both SL and HL students. This question bank mirrors Paper 1, 2 structure, covering key topics like ecosystems, human impact, and sustainability. Get instant solutions, detailed explanations, and build exam confidence with questions in the style of IB examiners.
Paper
Level
Question 1
SL & HLPaper 2
1.[3]
Define the term "soil" and explain its importance in ecosystems.
Question 2
SL & HLPaper 2
1.[4]
Describe two methods for improving water use efficiency in agriculture.
Question 3
HLPaper 2
1.[6]
Discuss the benefits of mixed land use in urban planning.
Question 4
SL & HLPaper 2
1.[4]
Describe two ways in which human activities can degrade soil quality.
Question 5
SL & HLPaper 2
Explain how the following soil properties affect plant growth:
1.[2]
Soil depth
2.[2]
Soil temperature
Question 6
SL & HLPaper 2
The command term ""explain"" means students must give a detailed account including reasons or causes. Students need to define a dynamic ecosystem and provide a detailed account of how organisms in the soil influence the abiotic factors and interact with each other.
1.[7]
Explain why soil can be considered a dynamic ecosystem.
Question 7
SL & HLPaper 1
1.[4]
Describe two ways in which agroforestry can contribute to sustainable land use.
Question 8
SL & HLPaper 2
1.[3]
Explain the importance of soil biodiversity in maintaining ecosystem health.
Question 9
SL & HLPaper 1
Analyze the following graph showing the relationship between meat consumption and GDP per capita:
1.[2]
Describe the trend shown in the graph.
2.[2]
Explain one environmental implication of this trend.
Question 10
SL & HLPaper 2
1.[3]
Explain the concept of soil compaction and its effects on soil health.