Agricultural Science Primary 6 Second Term: Week 12 Examination

General Instructions for Teachers and Students:

For Students:

• Read all the questions carefully before answering.
• Answer all the questions in the spaces provided.
• Do your best to answer all questions independently.
• Avoid any form of cheating. Your integrity is important.
• Use simple and clear language in your answers.
• If you don’t understand a question, please ask your teacher.
• Take your time, but be mindful of the time limit.

For Teachers:

• Ensure that students understand the instructions before starting the exam.
• Emphasize the importance of working independently and avoiding any form of malpractice.
• Encourage students to remain calm and do their best.
• Monitor the students closely to ensure a fair testing environment.

Part A: Objective Questions (30 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions)

1. A ______ market involves selling products within the country.
   (a) Domestic
   (b) Local
   (c) International
   (d) Supermarket
2. Farmers sell their products directly at the ______ market.
   (a) Local
   (b) Farm Gate
   (c) Supermarket
   (d) International
3. ______ is the process of preparing agricultural products for sale and transportation.
   (a) Harvesting
   (b) Packaging
   (c) Farming
   (d) Processing
4. The ______ market sells products mainly in large cities and towns.
   (a) Farm Gate
   (b) Domestic
   (c) Supermarket
   (d) Local
5. ______ markets sell both fresh and processed agricultural products.
   (a) Farm Gate
   (b) Domestic
   (c) Supermarket
   (d) International
6. The purpose of ______ is to protect agricultural products from damage during transportation.
   (a) Marketing
   (b) Packaging
   (c) Farming
   (d) Harvesting
7. A ______ market involves selling agricultural products to other countries.
   (a) Local
   (b) Supermarket
   (c) Domestic
   (d) International
8. A ______ is a process used to make agricultural products ready for sale.
   (a) Processing
   (b) Transportation
   (c) Growing
   (d) Harvesting
9. ______ helps maintain the freshness of agricultural products during transport.
   (a) Packaging
   (b) Transportation
   (c) Pricing
   (d) Distribution
10. Supermarkets sell a combination of ______ and fresh products.
    (a) Processed
    (b) Local
    (c) Raw
    (d) Imported
11. The ______ is where farmers sell products directly to consumers without middlemen.
    (a) Local Market
    (b) Farm Gate
    (c) Supermarket
    (d) Domestic Market
12. ______ helps to make agricultural products available to many consumers.
    (a) Distribution
    (b) Growing
    (c) Harvesting
    (d) Processing
13. ______ is an important factor in agricultural marketing because it affects how much consumers are willing to pay for products.
    (a) Packaging
    (b) Price
    (c) Location
    (d) Transportation
14. A ______ market is found close to where agricultural products are grown.
    (a) Local
    (b) Supermarket
    (c) Farm Gate
    (d) International
15. ______ markets are usually located in large towns and cities.
    (a) Local
    (b) Domestic
    (c) Supermarket
    (d) Farm Gate
16. ______ products are sold in local markets and supermarkets.
    (a) Raw
    (b) Processed
    (c) Both raw and processed
    (d) Only processed
17. The ______ market involves the sale of products directly from the farm.
    (a) Farm Gate
    (b) Supermarket
    (c) Local Market
    (d) Domestic Market
18. ______ helps to prevent spoilage and damage to agricultural products during transport.
    (a) Packaging
    (b) Harvesting
    (c) Marketing
    (d) Farming
19. A ______ market is where goods are sold within the country.
    (a) International
    (b) Domestic
    (c) Local
    (d) Supermarket
20. ______ is the process of moving agricultural products from the farm to the consumer.
    (a) Harvesting
    (b) Transportation
    (c) Distribution
    (d) Processing
21. ______ is a system used by supermarkets to display agricultural products.
    (a) Packaging
    (b) Distribution
    (c) Marketing
    (d) Displaying
22. ______ makes agricultural products more appealing and helps sell them faster.
    (a) Price
    (b) Packaging
    (c) Transportation
    (d) Storage
23. A ______ market is usually located in small villages or towns.
    (a) Supermarket
    (b) Farm Gate
    (c) Local
    (d) Domestic
24. ______ helps farmers understand which products are in demand in the market.
    (a) Harvesting
    (b) Market survey
    (c) Packaging
    (d) Marketing
25. ______ is the act of preparing agricultural products for sale in the market.
    (a) Processing
    (b) Harvesting
    (c) Packaging
    (d) Marketing
26. A ______ market sells agricultural products to buyers within the country.
    (a) International
    (b) Farm Gate
    (c) Domestic
    (d) Local
27. Supermarkets usually sell agricultural products that are ______.
    (a) Raw
    (b) Processed
    (c) Frozen
    (d) Both raw and processed
28. The ______ market involves the sale of goods outside the country.
    (a) Domestic
    (b) Farm Gate
    (c) International
    (d) Local
29. ______ products can be found in both supermarkets and local markets.
    (a) Fresh
    (b) Processed
    (c) Raw
    (d) Imported
30. The price of agricultural products is determined by ______ in the market.
    (a) Location
    (b) Supply and demand
    (c) Packaging
    (d) Processing

Part B: Theory Questions (30 Short-Answer Questions)

1. What is the role of packaging in agricultural marketing?
2. Explain why agricultural marketing is important.
3. What are the different types of markets in agriculture?
4. How does a farm gate market benefit farmers?
5. What is the relationship between price and sales in agriculture?
6. Describe how a supermarket helps with the sale of agricultural products.
7. What factors affect the price of agricultural products?
8. Why is packaging important for fresh produce?
9. How do farmers ensure that their products reach consumers safely?
10. What are the benefits of selling agricultural products at a farm gate market?
11. How do markets help farmers reach more consumers?
12. Explain why transportation is important in agricultural marketing.
13. Why do farmers choose to sell in local markets?
14. How does the location of a market affect sales of agricultural products?
15. What is the role of a market survey in agricultural marketing?
16. Why are supermarkets important in the marketing of agricultural products?
17. How does a supermarket help increase the sale of agricultural products?
18. What is the difference between a local market and an international market?
19. How can packaging prevent damage to agricultural products?
20. Why is the price of agricultural products important for farmers?
21. Explain the concept of a domestic market.
22. How do farmers decide on the best market to sell their products?
23. What role does consumer demand play in agricultural marketing?
24. How does price influence consumer choice in agricultural products?
25. What is the importance of protecting agricultural products during transport?
26. How can farmers increase their sales through good marketing strategies?
27. What is the impact of competition on agricultural markets?
28. Why is it important for agricultural products to be fresh in supermarkets?
29. How do middlemen affect the sale of agricultural products?
30. How can packaging help extend the shelf life of agricultural products?

Part C: True or False Questions (30 Statements)

1. Supermarkets sell only fresh agricultural products. (True/False)
2. Farm gate markets help farmers avoid transportation costs. (True/False)
3. Packaging is not necessary for agricultural products. (True/False)
4. Supermarkets only sell processed products. (True/False)
5. A farm gate market sells products to local consumers. (True/False)
6. The price of agricultural products is fixed. (True/False)
7. Packaging helps protect agricultural products during transport. (True/False)
8. Local markets are always located in big cities. (True/False)
9. Agricultural marketing helps farmers sell their products faster. (True/False)
10. Farmers sell directly to consumers at farm gate markets. (True/False)
11. The price of agricultural products is not affected by demand. (True/False)
12. Supermarkets usually sell both raw and processed agricultural products. (True/False)
13. Transportation is not important in agricultural marketing. (True/False)
14. A domestic market involves selling products outside the country. (True/False)
15. Market surveys help farmers understand consumer demand. (True/False)
16. Packaging increases the risk of spoilage in agricultural products. (True/False)
17. Agricultural marketing involves moving products from farms to consumers. (True/False)
18. Supermarkets only sell products from within the country. (True/False)
19. A local market sells agricultural products to people living in other countries. (True/False)
20. Price influences how much consumers are willing to buy. (True/False)
21. Farmers always sell their products at the same price. (True/False)
22. Supermarkets play a role in the distribution of agricultural products. (True/False)
23. Packaging is used to increase the shelf life of agricultural products. (True/False)
24. Supermarkets sell only imported agricultural products. (True/False)
25. Farm gate markets are usually located in urban areas. (True/False)
26. The demand for agricultural products does not affect their price. (True/False)
27. Marketing helps farmers find more buyers for their products. (True/False)
28. Supermarkets help farmers increase their sales by selling their products. (True/False)
29. Agricultural products sold in supermarkets are always fresh. (True/False)
30. A farm gate market is a type of supermarket. (True/False)

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions (30 Questions without Options)

1. ______ is the process of preparing agricultural products for sale.
2. A ______ market involves selling products within the country.
3. Packaging helps to protect products from ______.
4. Farmers can sell their products directly at the ______ market.
5. ______ is the study of how agricultural products are sold in markets.
6. Supermarkets usually sell both ______ and processed products.
7. A ______ market is located in the village or small town.
8. ______ affects how much consumers are willing to pay for agricultural products.
9. ______ products are sold at the farm gate market.
10. Transportation is important for ______ agricultural products.
11. The ______ market involves selling products across national borders.
12. ______ helps keep agricultural products fresh during transportation.
13. The ______ market is where products are sold within the country.
14. ______ helps to extend the shelf life of agricultural products.
15. ______ is the process of moving products from the farm to the consumer.
16. Agricultural products can be sold in both local and ______ markets.
17. ______ is the factor that determines the price of agricultural products.
18. A ______ market sells products to consumers without middlemen.
19. The ______ is the price at which farmers sell their products.
20. ______ helps protect products from damage during transportation.
21. The ______ market is located close to where agricultural products are grown.
22. ______ markets sell agricultural products to people within the country.
23. ______ helps farmers find more buyers for their products.
24. Supermarkets sell both ______ and raw agricultural products.
25. ______ is used to help make products more appealing to consumers.
26. Agricultural products are often sold in ______ markets in rural areas.
27. A ______ market is located in the urban area.
28. The ______ of agricultural products depends on supply and demand.
29. ______ is used to increase the shelf life of products.
30. A ______ market involves the sale of agricultural products to other countries.