Agricultural Development and Careers

According to the presentation, how long has agriculture contributed to the growth and development of civilization?

• 5,000 to 8,000 years

• 1,000 to 3,000 years

• 10,000 to 12,000 years

• 18,000 to 20,000 years

Which of the following methods were early humans primarily dependent on for their source of food, clothing and shelter?

• Hunting and gathering

• Farming

• Ranching

• Foraging

According to the presentation, which of the following made up the tools used by early farmers?

• Metal

• Wood and stone

• Steel

• Animal bones

Which of the following refers to the products produced for a source of income?

• Income crops

• Gross crops

• Harvest crops

• Cash crops

Advancements in which of the following technologies has allowed producers to increase the number of people they are able to provide for?

• Biotechnology

• Scientific

• Agricultural

• Mechanical

Which of the following is the correct estimate for how many people one producer was able to provide for in 1960?

• 100

• 25

• 155

• 40

When was the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) established?

• 1917

• 1854

• 1776

• 1862

How many agencies make up the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)?

• 19

• 29

• 39

• 9

Which of the following sectors of agriculture has the highest growth and demand?

• Food products and processing

• Natural resources

• Agribusiness

• Environmental services

According to the presentation, which of the following is NOT a focus of agricultural careers?

• Production

• Marketing

• Distribution

• Conservation