Agribusiness
According to the presentation, how long has agriculture contributed to the growth and development of civilization?
A. 5,000 to 8,000 years B. 1,000 to 3,000 years C. 10,000 to 12,000 years D. 18,000 to 20,000 years
10,000 to 12,000 years
Which of the following is the correct estimate for how many people one producer was able to provide for in 1960? A. 100 B. 25 C. 155 D. 40
25
Which of the following is considered to be the largest industry in the United States? A. Agribusiness B. Crop production C. Livestock production D. Food processing
Agribusiness
Which of the following was NOT listed as protective equipment worn by professionals in the Food Products and Processing Pathway? A. Non-slip shoes B. Hard hats C. Gloves D. Masks
Masks
According to the presentation, which of the following allows producers to use less fertilizer, pesticides, herbicides and water? A. Biotechnology B. Organic farming C. Scientific technology D. Industrialized farming
Biotechnology
Which of the following methods were early humans primarily dependent on for their source of food, clothing and shelter?
A. Hunting and gathering B. Farming C. Ranching D. Foraging
Hunting and gathering
When was the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) established? A. 1917 B. 1854 C. 1776 D. 1862
1862
According to Charlee Doom, which of the following is one of the biggest challenges in agribusiness careers? A. Discovering new marketing techniques B. Creating advertising strategies C. Financing equipment D. Communicating across the globe
communicating across the globe
According to the presentation, professionals in the Food Products and Processing Pathway play an important role in which of the following? A. Inspection of global food supply B. Producing and expanding global food supply C. Securing the global food supply D. Increasing the global food supply
producing and expanding global food supply
Which of the following ensures all plants and crops are produced according to the laws and regulations set in place? A. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) B. Plant and Crop Association C. Plant Inspection Service D. Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)
APHIS
According to the presentation, which of the following made up the tools used by early farmers?
A. Metal B. Wood and stone C. Steel D. Animal bones
Wood and stone
How many agencies make up the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)?
29
Which of the following is the minimal requirement for professionals in agribusiness? A. Bachelor’s degree B. High School diploma C. Master’s degree D. Associate’s degree
High School Diploma
Which of the following is the primary employer of natural resource professionals? A. Private landowners B. Local governments C. United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) D. State and national parks
USDA
Which of the following was NOT listed as a career in the Power, Structural and Technical Systems Pathway? A. Agricultural engineer B. Welder C. Scientist D. Land surveyor
Scientist
Which of the following refers to the products produced for a source of income?
A. Income crops B. Gross crops C. Harvest crops D. Cash crops
cash crops
Which of the following sectors of agriculture has the highest growth and demand?
A. Food products and processing B. Natural resources C. Agribusiness D. Environmental services
Agribusiness
In which year was the Animal Welfare Act put into place? A. 1956 B. 1966 C. 1946 D. 1976
1966
Which of the following was NOT listed as a career in the Natural Resources Systems Pathway? A. Fish and game officer B. Toxicologist C. Forester D. Environmental engineer
Toxicologist
According to the presentation, when do dangers typically occur in careers within the Power, Structural and Technical Systems Pathway? A. When designing equipment B. When working hands-on with equipment C. When not understanding how equipment works D. When using careless operation techniques
when working hands on with equipment
Advancements in which of the following technologies has allowed producers to increase the number of people they are able to provide for?
A. Biotechnology B. Scientific C. Agricultural D. Mechanical
Biotechnology
According to the presentation, which of the following is NOT a focus of agricultural careers? A. Production B. Marketing C. Distribution D. Conservation
Marketing
Which of the following was NOT mentioned as an important skill for professionals in environmental services? A. Physical stamina B. Problem-solving skills C. Communication skills D. Analytical skills
Physical Stamina
Which of the following is the niche market discussed in the Plant Systems Pathway segment? A. Sustainable B. Industrial C. Traditional D. Organic
organic
Which of the following careers was discussed in the Creating a Career Plan segment? A. Conservation sciences B. Food inspection C. Ranching D. Toxicology
conservation sciences