Young Citizens Chapter 2 Lessons 1 and 2 TEST

An artifact is

• an object made by animals

• an object made by plants

• an object made by human beings

• an object made by nature

What does it mean to "fertilize" the soil?

• A) To remove substances from the soil

• B) To make the soil drier

• C) To put a substance into the soil to make it richer

• D) To prevent plants from growing

Which of the following best describes a "longhouse"?

• A) A traditional dwelling used by some Native American tribes

• B) A type of ceremonial dance

• C) A fishing technique

• D) A type of woven basket

In New Jersey, copper was extracted from the earth. What does the term "mining" refer to?

• A) The process of extracting minerals from the ground

• B) The cultivation of crops

• C) The breeding of livestock

• D) The construction of buildings

What defines a "region" in geographical terms?

• An area known for its historical landmarks

• An area characterized by similar physical features

• An area with a high population density

• An area with diverse wildlife

The first reservation in New Jersey was named the Brotherton Reservation. What is a "reservation"?

• An area where minerals are collected

• An area set aside for farming

• An area of land reserved by the government for a special purpose

• An area with the highest point in the state

What is a reservoir primarily used for?

• Storing grains and cereals

• Collecting and storing water

• Housing wildlife

• Generating wind energy

A treaty is

• a formal written agreement

• a type of longhouse

• a pit in the earth from which minerals are taken

• an object made by human beings

What is a traditional Native American dwelling made from wooden frames and covered with bark?

• igloo

• wigwam

• yurt

• cabin

What is the official nickname of New Jersey?

• the Sunshine State

• the Empire State

• the Garden State

• the Keystone State