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Give reasons:

(i) The Prairies are known as the 'Granaries of the World'.

(ii) Rise of wool industry in the Velds.

Answer:

(i) The Prairies are known as the 'Granaries of the World' because of the huge surplus of wheat production.

(ii) Sheep rearing is the most important occupation in the Velds. Marino sheep is a popular species and their wool is very warm. People of this region are mostly engaged in this activity. This has given rise to wool industry there.