USA HISTORY

SETTLING NORTH AMERICA 1497 1732

COLONIES OF FRANCE ENGLAND

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In the early 1700s farming was the major way of life in the English colonies. About 9 out of 10 colonists were farmers. Which of the following words means “The business of farming”?
A
industry
B
imports
C
exports
D
agriculture
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Agricultural Revolution, the unprecedented increase in agricultural production in Britain between the mid-17th and late 19th centuries, was linked to such new agricultural practices as crop rotation, selective breeding, and a more productive use of arable land.

Detailed explanation-2: -Crop Rotation and New Industrial Tools One of the most important innovations of the Agricultural Revolution was the development of the Norfolk four-course rotation, which greatly increased crop and livestock yields by improving soil fertility and reducing fallow.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana – It is an actuarial premium based scheme. Neem Coated Urea – This is to regulate the use of urea. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana – This is a scheme to take care of irrigation requirements of farming. Parampragat Krishi Vikas Yojana – This scheme is to promote organic farming.

Detailed explanation-4: -When early humans began farming, they were able to produce enough food that they no longer had to migrate to their food source. This meant they could build permanent structures, and develop villages, towns, and eventually even cities. Closely connected to the rise of settled societies was an increase in population.

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