CP Amazing Advancements in Agriculture Quiz

What was one of the main benefits of irrigation in ancient agriculture?

• It allowed crops to grow without rain.

• It made rivers flow faster.

• It made the soil harder.

• It stopped floods completely.

What is silt and how did it help farmers?

• Silt is a type of metal used for tools.

• Silt is a type of irrigation system.

• Silt is fine soil that enriched the land.

• Silt is a type of animal used for plowing.

Which animal was commonly used for plowing in ancient times?

• Elephant

• Camel

• Oxen

• Horse

How did the wheel change farming?

• It was used to scare away animals.

• It was used to water crops.

• It was used to plant seeds.

• It helped transport goods.

What was the role of metallurgy in agriculture?

• It helped create stronger tools.

• It was used to build houses.

• It was a method of irrigation.

• It was a type of crop.

What invention allowed boats to move faster on water?

• The wheel

• The canal

• The plow

• The sail

Why were agricultural advancements important for ancient societies?

• They made farming more difficult.

• They were only used for decoration.

• They were crucial for survival and prosperity.

• They were not important at all.

What is a canal in the context of irrigation?

• A tool for plowing

• A type of crop

• A natural river

• A man-made waterway for irrigation

What did Cyrus McCormick invent that revolutionized farming?

• The plow

• The mechanical reaper

• The sail

• The wheel

What is a floodplain and why is it important for farming?

• A method of irrigation

• A type of tool used for planting

• Land next to a river that floods and is great for farming

• A type of animal used for plowing