Agricultural Science Primary 6 Second Term Revision Assessment

Week 11

Part A: Objective Questions (Multiple-Choice in Fill-in-the-Blank Format)

1. _____ is the market where agricultural products are sold within the country.
   (a) Domestic Market
   (b) Farm Gate
   (c) Supermarket
   (d) Local Market
2. A ______ market involves the direct sale of goods by farmers at their farms.
   (a) Local Market
   (b) Farm Gate
   (c) Domestic Market
   (d) Supermarket
3. Which of the following is commonly sold in a supermarket?
   (a) Fresh yams
   (b) Packaged milk
   (c) Raw tomatoes
   (d) Unprocessed maize
4. A ______ market is typically found in villages or towns.
   (a) Farm Gate
   (b) Local Market
   (c) Supermarket
   (d) Domestic Market
5. The primary function of a local market is to ______.
   (a) Sell processed food
   (b) Provide goods for local buyers
   (c) Sell agricultural machinery
   (d) Export goods to other countries
6. Farm gate markets are beneficial because they ______.
   (a) Reduce transportation costs
   (b) Allow farmers to sell processed goods
   (c) Are found in big cities
   (d) Sell to international buyers
7. A ______ market sells agricultural products that have been processed or packaged.
   (a) Domestic Market
   (b) Supermarket
   (c) Local Market
   (d) Farm Gate
8. Which of the following products would you most likely find at a farm gate market?
   (a) Canned beans
   (b) Fresh eggs
   (c) Frozen vegetables
   (d) Packaged rice
9. A key advantage of selling in a domestic market is that it ______.
   (a) Provides access to international customers
   (b) Allows the sale of fresh agricultural produce
   (c) Involves selling at farm gates
   (d) Focuses only on processed goods
10. The relationship between agriculture and marketing involves ______.
    (a) Growing crops and selling them
    (b) Selling only farm machinery
    (c) Producing processed foods for supermarkets
    (d) None of the above
11. Which of these is NOT a factor that affects the packaging of agricultural produce?
    (a) Weather conditions
    (b) Cost of materials
    (c) Type of packaging material
    (d) Type of customers
12. A key feature of supermarkets is that they ______.
    (a) Sell fresh produce directly from farms
    (b) Focus mainly on packaged and processed goods
    (c) Have no role in marketing agricultural goods
    (d) Operate only within rural areas
13. Which type of market primarily sells processed goods like canned tomatoes?
    (a) Local Market
    (b) Supermarket
    (c) Farm Gate
    (d) Domestic Market
14. In a local market, you are likely to find ______.
    (a) Packaged frozen food
    (b) Fresh fruits and vegetables
    (c) Farm equipment
    (d) International goods
15. Which of the following is an example of agricultural marketing activity?
    (a) Planting crops
    (b) Packaging and selling farm produce
    (c) Harvesting produce
    (d) Irrigating the land
16. A ______ market is where goods are sold directly to consumers within a country.
    (a) Domestic Market
    (b) Local Market
    (c) Supermarket
    (d) Farm Gate
17. The primary aim of agricultural marketing is to ______.
    (a) Grow crops faster
    (b) Increase production of non-food items
    (c) Ensure agricultural products reach the market
    (d) Prevent the sale of processed foods
18. Which of the following is an example of a processed agricultural product?
    (a) Fresh milk
    (b) Frozen fish
    (c) Cabbage
    (d) Raw maize
19. Packaging materials used for agricultural products include all of the following EXCEPT ______.
    (a) Nylon
    (b) Cartons
    (c) Sack
    (d) Soil
20. Which market type is directly connected to the farmer without involving any intermediaries?
    (a) Farm Gate
    (b) Supermarket
    (c) Domestic Market
    (d) Local Market

Part B: Theory Questions (Short-Answer)

1. Explain the role of a domestic market in the sale of agricultural products.
2. Describe the difference between farm gate and local markets.
3. Why is packaging important in the marketing of agricultural produce?
4. Identify two types of agricultural produce commonly sold in a local market.
5. What are some of the challenges farmers face when selling in local markets?
6. How do supermarkets impact the marketing of agricultural products?
7. What are the advantages of farmers selling directly at the farm gate?
8. Discuss the relationship between agriculture and marketing.
9. Give an example of a crop commonly sold in domestic markets.
10. What is the role of retailers in agricultural marketing?
11. Why is it necessary to have different types of agricultural markets in Nigeria?
12. How can packaging materials affect the quality of agricultural products?
13. What is the role of packaging in helping agricultural products reach consumers?
14. How can farmers improve the effectiveness of marketing their products?
15. Explain how the price of agricultural goods is influenced by the type of market.
16. Discuss the importance of market accessibility for farmers.
17. How do supermarkets help in the distribution of agricultural goods?
18. What are the benefits of having local markets in rural communities?
19. What type of market would you recommend for fresh fruits and why?
20. In your opinion, which market type benefits farmers the most and why?

Part C: True or False Questions

1. Farm gate markets are the most expensive option for selling agricultural products. (True/False)
2. Supermarkets sell mostly raw, unprocessed agricultural produce. (True/False)
3. A domestic market is where agricultural goods are sold outside the country. (True/False)
4. The farm gate market allows farmers to sell directly to consumers. (True/False)
5. Packaging agricultural produce is not necessary for market sales. (True/False)
6. Local markets are found mainly in urban areas. (True/False)
7. Supermarkets usually sell packaged, processed agricultural products. (True/False)
8. Farmers who sell at farm gate markets do not need to worry about transportation costs. (True/False)
9. The domestic market helps to connect farmers with buyers within the country. (True/False)
10. Agricultural products sold in supermarkets are mostly raw and unprocessed. (True/False)
11. The cost of packaging agricultural goods can affect the price in the market. (True/False)
12. Agricultural marketing involves producing and selling only processed food products. (True/False)
13. Farm gate markets are the same as supermarkets. (True/False)
14. Packaging materials such as nylon, cartons, and sacks help to preserve agricultural products. (True/False)
15. Local markets are an important place for selling perishable goods like fruits and vegetables. (True/False)
16. Supermarkets often deal with international customers and goods. (True/False)
17. The farm gate market is mostly found in urban areas. (True/False)
18. Supermarkets contribute significantly to the marketing of processed agricultural products. (True/False)
19. Domestic markets are mostly located in rural areas. (True/False)
20. Agricultural marketing activities help to increase the availability of food products. (True/False)

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions (Without Multiple-Choice Options)

1. The ______ market allows farmers to sell directly to consumers at their farms.
2. A ______ market is where agricultural goods are sold within a country.
3. In a ______ market, you are more likely to find packaged agricultural products.
4. The main advantage of a ______ market is that it connects local buyers and sellers.
5. ______ products like packaged rice and canned tomatoes are typically found in supermarkets.
6. The cost of ______ materials can affect the sale of agricultural goods in markets.
7. The ______ market often serves the needs of the surrounding community.
8. Supermarkets are designed to sell agricultural goods that are ______.
9. One example of a ______ market is the Oja Oba Market in Lagos.
10. A local market is usually located in a ______ or village.
11. ______ markets reduce transportation costs for farmers.
12. The ______ market often involves the sale of both processed and unprocessed goods.
13. ______ produce is usually sold in farm gate markets.
14. Supermarkets play a crucial role in the ______ of processed agricultural products.
15. ______ materials like plastic containers are often used in agricultural marketing.
16. In a farm gate market, farmers can avoid the ______ costs associated with transport.
17. ______ market involves the direct exchange of goods within a nation’s borders.
18. ______ is important for protecting the quality of agricultural products during transport.
19. In a ______ market, agricultural goods are sold to local buyers within a region.
20. A good marketing strategy can help farmers increase the ______ of their products.

Conclusion

This comprehensive mid-term assessment covers essential topics in agricultural science for Primary 6, including various market types and the significance of packaging and distribution in the agricultural industry. The questions test both factual recall and critical thinking to assess students’ understanding of the concepts.