C1. CHECK Activity 3: Exploring Plants and Farming

What is the main focus of agriculture?

• Growing flowers

• Producing food and goods from plants and animals

• Protecting wildlife

• Building houses

Which of the following is a branch of agriculture that deals with the science of soil management and crop production?

• Horticulture

• Agronomy

• Forestry

• Zoology

What is horticulture primarily concerned with?

• Growing trees for timber

• Raising livestock

• Cultivating fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants

• Fishing

Which branch of agriculture involves the management and conservation of forests?

• Agronomy

• Horticulture

• Forestry

• Botany

Which of the following is NOT a part of agriculture?

• Fishing

• Farming

• Mining

• Gardening

What is the primary goal of agronomy?

• To study animal behavior

• To improve crop production and soil management

• To design landscapes

• To explore outer space

Which of the following is a product of horticulture?

• Wheat

• Roses

• Pine trees

• Coal

What is the main purpose of forestry?

• To grow vegetables

• To manage and conserve forest resources

• To build roads

• To study marine life

Which of the following activities is part of agriculture?

• Painting

• Planting crops

• Writing books

• Playing music

Which branch of agriculture would most likely involve working with flowers and decorative plants?

• Agronomy

• Horticulture

• Forestry

• Geology