VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT/REGISTER ON FARMING - JSS1 English Language Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Why is it important for farmers to till the soil before planting?
It is important for farmers to till the soil before planting because tilling helps to make the soil soft and pliable, which makes it easier to prepare the land for planting seeds or seedlings. Tilling also helps to aerate the soil and allows roots to penetrate deeper, promoting better plant growth.
What are some strategies farmers can use to control weeds in their fields?
Farmers can control weeds in their fields through various strategies such as manual weeding, using herbicides, mulching, and practicing crop rotation. Manual weeding involves physically removing weeds from the field by hand or using tools. Herbicides are chemicals that can be sprayed onto weeds to kill them selectively. Mulching involves covering the soil with organic materials to suppress weed growth. Crop rotation involves planting different crops in the same field each season to disrupt weed growth cycles and reduce weed populations.
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What is the purpose of peasant farming or subsistence farming?
To sell crops in the market
To produce crops for the farmer's family
To export crops to other countries
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What does the term "tilling" mean in farming?
Harvesting crops
Preparing soil for planting
Watering plants
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What are seedlings in farming?
Fully grown crops
Young plants grown from seeds
Tools used for planting
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What is a weed in farming?
A desired plant
An unwanted plant
A type of fertilizer
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How is fertilizer typically applied to the soil?
In liquid form
In solid form
In powder or granular form
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Why is it important for farmers to till the soil before planting?
To make the soil hard
To make the soil soft for planting
To prevent erosion
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What distinguishes seedlings from mature plants?
Seedlings have deeper roots (b)
Seedlings are smaller in size
Seedlings produce flowers and fruits
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What is the primary goal of subsistence farming?
To produce crops for sale
To produce crops for the farmer's family
To produce crops for export