Whittlesey's Agricultural Classification Quiz

What is the main basis of Whittlesey’s classification of agricultural systems?

• Political divisions

• Observable features of farming

• Soil acidity

• Rainfall only

Which of the following is NOT one of Whittlesey’s five major features for classifying world agriculture?

• Crop and livestock association

• Intensity of application of labor, capital, and organization

• Ensemble of structures and facilities

• Type of government

The “crop and livestock association” feature refers to:

• The market value of crops only

• The combination of crops cultivated and animals domesticated in each region

• The number of government regulations

• International trade relations

Which characteristic describes the methods used to grow crops and produce livestock in Whittlesey’s system?

• Climatic conditions

• Use of specific techniques and technologies from hand-plowing to modern mechanization

• Tax incentives

• Water pH testing

What does “intensity of application of labor, capital, and organization” mean in agricultural regions?

• How much land a farm owns

• The amount of labor, investment, and organization per unit of land

• The height of farm buildings

• The international demand for produce

In Whittlesey’s criteria, what does the disposal of products for consumption distinguish?

• Whether agriculture is primarily for export

• Whether farm products are mainly used for subsistence or for sale in markets

• The scale of irrigation networks

• The number of crops grown per year

According to Whittlesey, the “ensemble of structures and facilities” refers to:

• Scientific management methods

• All buildings, storage, and infrastructure supporting farming operations

• Crop rotation frequency

• Soil mineral content

Which feature directly relates to whether a system is subsistence or commercial?

• Disposal of products for consumption

• Presence of irrigation

• Use of tractors

• Latitude

The sophistication of farm buildings and storage facilities often reflects:

• The regional climate

• The level of agricultural development

• The political system

• Price support policies

Whittlesey’s classification integrates observable features of farming with:

• Only technological factors

• Both natural factors (like climate and soils) and cultural factors (like technology and traditions)

• Only government policy

• Only population density