Global animal and crop production

Globally, plants and animals are used daily for what purpose?

• Decoration

• Human consumption

• Transportation

• Construction

In some regions, ______ crops are produced.

• specialty

• common

• wild

• seasonal

Specialty crops are:

• Only grains

• Fruits and vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, and horticulture and nursery crops (including floriculture)

• Only flowers

• Only animal products

What is a food crop?

• A food crop is any fruit, vegetable, or grain harvested to feed people.

• A food crop is a type of mineral used in construction.

• A food crop is a machine used for harvesting timber.

• A food crop is a chemical used to make plastics.

Which of the following is NOT an example of a food crop?

• Corn

• Rice

• Plastic

• Wheat

Fill in the blank: Many humans get their food sources from ______ crops.

• food

• plastic

• metal

• stone

Which of the following is a food crop?

• Soybeans

• Iron

• Plastic

• Steel

Select all that are examples of food crops:

• Cassava

• Plantains

• Potatoes

• Glass

What is a tuber?

• A type of fruit

• A specialized plant stem that stores excess food for the plant

• A type of root that absorbs water

• A leaf that stores water

Tubers provide sources of ________, calcium, and vitamin C.

• carbohydrates

• proteins

• fats

• fiber