Natural Resources - Unit Test (Grade 7)

What is a 'Natural Resource'?

• Things that we use made by humans.

• Things that we use that are made by nature.

• Things animals collect to build homes.

• Items created in factories.

Choose TWO examples of a Natural Resource.

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TRUE OR FALSE:

The TYPES of Natural Resources are 'Renewable, Non-Renewable, & Sustainable'

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is a FLOW Resource?

• A resource that comes directly from mining.

• A resource collected from the forest floor.

• A resource replaced by natural actions.

• None of these options.

Natural Resources: NEEDS & WANTS

Choose the WANT in this images:

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TRUE or FALSE: Aggregates are the most mined minerals in the world.

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is the term used to describe diamonds that are mined using questionable working conditions?

• Trouble diamonds

• Ethical diamonds

• Conflict diamonds

• Kimberlites

An example of conflict diamond mining occurs in the Northwest Territories where the environment is treated with care and respect.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Answer explanation

Diamond mining does occur in the Northwest Territories with care and respect for the environment and this is called ETHICAL diamond mining, not CONFLICT.

What does 'FAIR TRADE' mean?

• Trading anything with anyone that is agreed upon as being fair.

• A trade at a fair.

• A trade between companies in developed countries where unfair prices are asked.

• A trade between companies in developed countries where fair prices are paid to the producers.

What is a 'Conflict Resource'?

• Natural Resource that is hard to extract.

• Natural Resource that is expensive to produce.

• Natural Resource that is sold in a conflict zone to assist fighting.

• Natural Resource that two or more countries believe belongs to them.