Revision Agricultural Science Primary 5 Third Term

Subject : 

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

Term :

THIRD TERM

Week:

WEEK 11

Class :

Primary 5

Topic :

Revision Agricultural Science Primary 5 Third Term 

Previous lesson: 

The pupils have previous knowledge of

CARE OF ANIMALS AND SPECIFIC NEEDS OF YOUNG ANIMALS

that was taught as a topic in the previous lesson

Behavioural objectives :

At the end of the lesson, the pupils should be able to

• say the meaning of pests
• say the meaning of parasites
• say the meaning of diseases
• say how pests, parasites and diseases affect the lives of farm animals

Instructional Materials:

• Wall charts
• Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards

Methods of Teaching:

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

Reference Materials:

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
• Workbooks

Content : 

Revision Agricultural Science Primary 5 Third Term

Part A Objective 

1. What are the symptoms of farm animal diseases? a) High fever and coughing b) Sneezing and itching c) Loss of appetite and fatigue d) All of the above
2. How do diseases in farm animals spread? a) Only through direct contact with sick animals b) Only through contaminated food c) Through direct contact, contaminated food or water, insects, and air d) None of the above
3. What is a preventive measure for farm animal diseases? a) Providing proper nutrition b) Ignoring sick animals c) Keeping animals in dirty environments d) None of the above
4. What mode of transmission involves insects? a) Direct contact b) Contaminated food c) Airborne d) Vector-borne
5. Which symptom indicates a sick animal? a) Playing energetically b) Eating well c) Lethargy d) None of the above
6. What is a control measure for farm animal diseases? a) Quarantining sick animals b) Providing unclean water c) Allowing sick animals to mingle freely d) None of the above
7. How can farmers prevent diseases in farm animals? a) By practicing good hygiene b) By avoiding vaccinations c) By ignoring symptoms d) None of the above
8. What mode of transmission involves contaminated water? a) Direct contact b) Insects c) Waterborne d) Airborne
9. Which symptom indicates a potential disease in farm animals? a) Eating regularly b) Sleeping more c) Diarrhea d) Playing enthusiastically
10. What preventive measure involves vaccination? a) Providing dirty water b) Ignoring symptoms c) Vaccinating animals d) None of the above
11. What mode of transmission involves direct contact? a) Waterborne b) Vector-borne c) Airborne d) None of the above
12. What is a symptom of disease in farm animals? a) Eating well b) Playing energetically c) Sneezing and coughing d) None of the above
13. What mode of transmission involves contaminated food? a) Airborne b) Vector-borne c) Waterborne d) None of the above
14. What preventive measure involves proper nutrition? a) Providing unclean food b) Keeping animals in dirty environments c) Providing proper nutrition d) None of the above
15. Which mode of transmission involves the spread of diseases by insects? a) Airborne b) Vector-borne c) Waterborne d) None of the above
16. Diseases of farm animals are illnesses or health conditions that affect ________ raised on farms.
    • a) humans
    • b) plants
    • c) animals
    • d) machines
17. The causes of diseases in farm animals can include bacteria, viruses, parasites, poor ________, and environmental factors.
    • a) weather
    • b) nutrition
    • c) education
    • d) transportation
18. Foot-and-Mouth Disease affects cloven-hoofed animals like cows and pigs, causing fever and blisters on the mouth and ________.
    • a) nose
    • b) ears
    • c) feet
    • d) tail
19. Mastitis is an inflammatory condition of the udder in dairy cows, often caused by ________, resulting in reduced milk production.
    • a) parasites
    • b) viruses
    • c) bacteria
    • d) fungi
20. Newcastle Disease is a viral infection affecting ________, causing respiratory and nervous system symptoms.
    • a) pigs
    • b) cows
    • c) chickens
    • d) goats
21. Scours is diarrhea in young calves, often caused by bacterial or viral infections, leading to ________ and weakness.
    • a) dehydration
    • b) overhydration
    • c) hunger
    • d) strength
22. Blackleg is a bacterial infection in cattle, causing sudden death due to gas accumulation in ________.
    • a) muscles
    • b) bones
    • c) organs
    • d) skin
23. Diseases of farm animals affect their ________ and overall well-being.
    • a) nutrition
    • b) environment
    • c) health
    • d) education
24. Farmers need to understand the causes of diseases to take ________ measures to protect their animals.
    • a) preventive
    • b) destructive
    • c) harmful
    • d) aggressive
25. What are diseases of farm animals?
    • a) Illnesses or health conditions that affect animals raised on farms.
    • b) Medicines used to treat farm animals.
    • c) Food given to farm animals.
    • d) Equipment used on farms.
26. What can cause diseases in farm animals?
    • a) Bacteria, viruses, parasites, poor nutrition, and environmental factors.
    • b) Sunshine and rain.
    • c) Farmers and veterinarians.
    • d) Plants and trees.
27. What is one example of a disease that affects cows and pigs?
    • a) Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
    • b) Newcastle Disease.
    • c) Scours.
    • d) Blackleg.
28. Which disease affects the udder in dairy cows?
    • a) Mastitis.
    • b) Foot-and-Mouth Disease.
    • c) Newcastle Disease.
    • d) Scours.
29. What type of infection is Blackleg in cattle?
    • a) Bacterial.
    • b) Viral.
    • c) Fungal.
    • d) Parasitic.
30. Why is it important for farmers to understand farm animal diseases?
    • a) To protect their animals’ health.
    • b) To harm their animals.
    • c) To sell their animals.
    • d) To ignore their animals’ health.

Rearing of Chicken, Rabbits and Snails Agricultural Science Primary 5 Third Term Lesson Notes Week 4

Part B Theory 

1. What are pests?
2. What are diseases?
3. What are parasites?
4. What are endoparasites?
5. What are ectoparasites?
6. What are some common symptoms of farm animal diseases?
7. How do diseases spread among farm animals?
8. What preventive measures can farmers take to protect their animals from diseases?
9. What control measures are used to manage farm animal diseases?
10. Describe one mode of transmission involving insects.
11. Why is vaccination important in preventing farm animal diseases?
12. Explain the role of quarantine in disease control on a farm.
13. How can farmers maintain good hygiene to prevent diseases?
14. Provide one example of a symptom of a farm animal disease.
15. What should farmers do if they suspect a disease outbreak on their farm?
16. Mention two endoparasites
17. Mention two ectoparasites
18. What is farming.
19. Who is a farmer.
20. What is commercial farming.
21. What are farm records
22. Mention four farm records
23. Mention tow uses or importance of farm records
24. Mention steps that are involved in raising farm animals
25. What are the agents of soil formation. Mention four
26. What is weathering
27. What is soil?
28. Mention four composition of soil
29. What are monocotyledon?
30. What are legumes?
31. What are diseases of farm animals?
32. What causes diseases in farm animals?
33. Can you name one example of a farm animal disease?
34. Why is it important to keep farm animals healthy?
35. How can farmers prevent the spread of diseases on their farms?
36. Describe one example of a bacterial disease in farm animals.
37. How do veterinarians help manage farm animal diseases?
38. What are some signs that an animal may be sick?
39. Why is it important to quarantine sick animals?
40. What role do vaccinations play in preventing farm animal diseases?

Part C

Revision

1. What are the symptoms of farm animal diseases?
   • Symptoms may include fever, coughing, diarrhea, and loss of appetite.
2. How do diseases in farm animals spread?
   • Diseases can spread through direct contact, contaminated food or water, insects, and the air.
3. What are some preventive measures for farm animal diseases?
   • Preventive measures include vaccination, good hygiene, proper nutrition, and quarantine of sick animals.
4. What are some control measures for farm animal diseases?
   • Control measures include treatment of sick animals, isolation of infected animals, and maintaining clean living conditions.
5. What are examples of symptoms of farm animal diseases?
   • Symptoms may include lethargy, sneezing, itching, and difficulty breathing.
6. How can diseases spread through direct contact?
   • Diseases can spread when sick animals come into contact with healthy ones.
7. What is one preventive measure to protect farm animals from diseases?
   • Vaccination helps to prevent diseases by building immunity in animals.
8. How can contaminated food or water contribute to the spread of diseases?
   • Animals can get sick by consuming food or water contaminated with pathogens.
9. What role do insects play in the transmission of diseases in farm animals?
   • Insects like mosquitoes and ticks can carry diseases from one animal to another.
10. What should farmers do to prevent diseases in their animals?
    • Farmers should maintain clean living environments and monitor their animals for signs of illness.
11. How can quarantine help prevent the spread of diseases on a farm?
    • Quarantine involves isolating sick animals to prevent the spread of disease to healthy ones.
12. What is the importance of good hygiene in preventing farm animal diseases?
    • Good hygiene practices help to reduce the risk of disease transmission by keeping living areas clean and sanitized.
13. Why is it essential to provide proper nutrition to farm animals?
    • Proper nutrition boosts the immune system, making animals less susceptible to diseases.
14. What should farmers do if they suspect a disease outbreak on their farm?
    • Farmers should seek veterinary assistance and follow recommended protocols for disease control and prevention.
15. How can farmers monitor the health of their animals to detect diseases early?
    • Regular observation of animals’ behavior and physical condition can help farmers identify signs of illness promptly.
16. What are diseases of farm animals?
    • Diseases of farm animals are illnesses or health conditions that affect animals raised on farms.
17. What causes diseases of farm animals?
    • The causes of diseases in farm animals can include bacteria, viruses, parasites, poor nutrition, and environmental factors.
18. Can you provide examples of farm animal diseases?
    • Examples of farm animal diseases include Foot-and-Mouth Disease, Mastitis, Newcastle Disease, Scours, and Blackleg.
19. Why is it important to understand farm animal diseases?
    • Understanding farm animal diseases helps farmers take preventive measures to protect their animals’ health.
20. What is Foot-and-Mouth Disease?
    • Foot-and-Mouth Disease is a viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals like cows and pigs, causing fever and blisters on the mouth and feet.
21. What is Mastitis?
    • Mastitis is an inflammatory condition of the udder in dairy cows, often caused by bacteria, resulting in reduced milk production.
22. What is Newcastle Disease?
    • Newcastle Disease is a viral infection affecting poultry, causing respiratory and nervous system symptoms.
23. What is Scours?
    • Scours is diarrhea in young calves, often caused by bacterial or viral infections, leading to dehydration and weakness.
24. What is Blackleg?
    • Blackleg is a bacterial infection in cattle, causing sudden death due to gas accumulation in muscles.
25. How do farmers protect their animals from diseases?
    • Farmers protect their animals from diseases by practicing good hygiene, providing proper nutrition, and administering vaccinations.
26. What are some signs that an animal may be sick?
    • Signs that an animal may be sick include loss of appetite, lethargy, fever, coughing, and diarrhea.
27. Why is it important to quarantine sick animals?
    • Quarantining sick animals helps prevent the spread of diseases to healthy animals.
28. How do farmers treat farm animal diseases?
    • Farmers treat farm animal diseases with medications prescribed by veterinarians, such as antibiotics and dewormers.
29. What role do veterinarians play in managing farm animal diseases?
    • Veterinarians diagnose and treat farm animal diseases, as well as provide guidance on preventive measures and vaccination schedules.
30. How can farmers prevent the spread of diseases on their farms?
    • Farmers can prevent the spread of diseases by practicing good biosecurity measures, such as limiting visitors, disinfecting equipment, and isolating sick animals.