All About Soil

1. How does soil conservation work?

A) Soil conservation does not work. Humans cannot prevent erosion
B) The roots of plants hold the soil in place, so it won't erode away.

2. The video mentioned the following types of soil, except __________.

A) sand
B) corn
C) clay
D) loam

3. The way soil looks or feels is called ____________.

A) soil facts
B) grains of rock
C) soil properties
D) dirt

4. Plants do not grow well in what type of soil?

A) humus
B) clay
C) sand
D) loam

5. _____________ is made up of dead plants and animals.

A) Sand
B) Loam
C) Clay
D) Humus

6. The top layer of soil with leaves, twigs, and decaying matter is the ___________.

A) bedrock
B) subsoil
C) topsoil

7. Which of the following is NOT true about clay?

A) It comes in many different colors.
B) It holds water well.
C) It can be used in gardens as a fertilizer.
D) It is not a good soil to grow plants in.

8. According to the video, which of the following is a great soil to use for most crops?

A) loam
B) sand
C) humus
D) clay

9. Which of the following is not true about humus?

A) is light in texture
B) helps to fertilize soil
C) has dark color
D) plants cannot grow in it

10. Mud pies are made best with what type of soil?

A) loam
B) clay
C) sand
D) humus

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