The following text discusses traditional ecological knowledge.
Indigenous communities possess environmental knowledge accumulated over generations of observation. Traditional fire management practices, for example, maintained landscape health before colonial suppression. Scientists increasingly collaborate with indigenous knowledge holders to inform conservation strategies. These partnerships recognize that Western science and traditional knowledge offer complementary perspectives.
Which choice best describes the overall structure of the text?
It critiques Western scientific methods as fundamentally flawed.
It describes indigenous knowledge and its integration with science.
It provides detailed accounts of specific fire management techniques.
It argues that traditional practices should replace modern technology.
Correct Answer: B
Choice B is the best answer. The text describes indigenous knowledge (fire management) and its integration with Western science (collaboration, complementary perspectives).
- Evidence: The text describes knowledge: "Traditional fire management practices." It describes integration: "Scientists increasingly collaborate," "offer complementary perspectives."
- Reasoning: The passage highlights the value of combining two different knowledge systems.
- Conclusion: This matches "describes indigenous knowledge and its integration with science."
💡 Strategy: Summarize: Traditional Ways + Modern Science = Collaboration.
Choice A is incorrect because Western science isn't criticized as flawed. Choice C is incorrect because detailed techniques aren't provided. Choice D is incorrect because replacement isn't advocated.