Vocabulary Review

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box. A renewable resource is one that can be replaced. (Options: renewable resource, hydroelectric power, scarcity, economy, irrigation)

• renewable resource

• hydroelectric power

• scarcity

• economy

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box. Energy that is generated by falling water is called hydroelectric power. (Options: renewable resource, hydroelectric power, scarcity, economy, irrigation)

• renewable resource

• hydroelectric power

• scarcity

• economy

• irrigation

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box. Scarcity happens when there is not enough of a resource to make all the products people want. (Options: renewable resource, hydroelectric power, scarcity, economy, irrigation)

• renewable resource

• hydroelectric power

• scarcity

• economy

• irrigation

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box. The economy of a country is the way its people use natural resources, money, and knowledge to produce goods and services. (Options: renewable resource, hydroelectric power, scarcity, economy, irrigation)

• renewable resource

• hydroelectric power

• scarcity

• economy

• irrigation

Complete each sentence with the correct word from the box. Bringing water to dry land through ditches or pipes is called irrigation.

• renewable resource

• hydroelectric power

• scarcity

• irrigation

The importance of resources in the United States and Canada is significant. Which of the following best describes this importance?

• Resources contribute to economic growth and development.

• Resources are not essential for the economy.

• Resources have no impact on the environment.

• Resources are only important for agriculture.