Which one of the following best identifies the cultural landscape?
A)the natural resources of the earth
B)the natural landscape as modified by human occupancy
C)the landscape as modified by recent catastrophic events such as hurricanes,volcanic eruptions,and earthquakes
D)places where intense human activities have obliterated any trace of the natural landscape

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The cultural landscape refers to the visible and material aspects of the environment that reflect human activity and culture, including buildings, agriculture, and other modifications to the natural landscape. Option B defines this concept most accurately. Option A refers to the physical elements of the environment, but not necessarily related to human influence. Option C describes the impact of natural events rather than human activity, while option D suggests the absence of natural landscape rather than its modification.

Which One of the Following Best Identifies the Cultural Landscape