First Term Mid Term Test Agricultural Science Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes Week 7

Agricultural Science Primary 5 First Term Mid-Term Assessment


Week 7: Mid-Term Assessment and Break


Part A: Objective Questions

Instructions: Choose the correct option to fill in the blanks.

  1. _______ involves breaking down grains into a finer texture.
    • a) Milling
    • b) Grinding
    • c) Juicing
    • d) Harvesting
  2. The process of separating flour from wheat is called _______.
    • a) Milling
    • b) Grinding
    • c) Sorting
    • d) Juicing
  3. _______ is a method of preserving crops by storing them in a silo.
    • a) Bagging
    • b) Cribbing
    • c) Milling
    • d) Silage
  4. The benefits of crop processing include improved taste and _______.
    • a) Appearance
    • b) Texture
    • c) Size
    • d) Color
  5. In fruit juice extraction, the _______ is used to remove pulp.
    • a) Grinder
    • b) Juicer
    • c) Sifter
    • d) Mixer
  6. Post-planting activities include _______ and weeding.
    • a) Harvesting
    • b) Planting
    • c) Mulching
    • d) Sorting
  7. To prevent crops from spoiling, they are _______ after harvesting.
    • a) Processed
    • b) Harvested
    • c) Packed
    • d) Watered
  8. A _______ is used to process grains into flour.
    • a) Juicer
    • b) Sifter
    • c) Mill
    • d) Grinder
  9. Sorting and _______ are important post-harvesting activities.
    • a) Planting
    • b) Grinding
    • c) Grading
    • d) Milling
  10. The process of keeping crops fresh in a _______ helps in long-term storage.
    • a) Bag
    • b) Crib
    • c) Barn
    • d) Silo
  11. _______ is an activity that helps crops grow by adding nutrients to the soil.
    • a) Thinning
    • b) Fertilizer application
    • c) Irrigation
    • d) Sorting
  12. _______ helps in removing weeds from a crop field.
    • a) Grinding
    • b) Mulching
    • c) Irrigation
    • d) Harvesting
  13. The main purpose of _______ is to remove excess water from the soil.
    • a) Weeding
    • b) Irrigation
    • c) Mulching
    • d) Thinning
  14. During planting, tools such as _______ are used.
    • a) Graders
    • b) Juicers
    • c) Spades
    • d) Mills
  15. To keep harvested crops fresh, they are often stored in _______.
    • a) Crates
    • b) Bags
    • c) Barns
    • d) Sheds
  16. The first step in crop production is _______.
    • a) Harvesting
    • b) Planting
    • c) Pre-planting
    • d) Processing
  17. _______ is a method used to keep crops cool and dry.
    • a) Bagging
    • b) Milling
    • c) Grinding
    • d) Silo storage
  18. In crop processing, _______ is done to create products like flour and juice.
    • a) Grinding
    • b) Planting
    • c) Harvesting
    • d) Fertilizing
  19. The _______ is used for preserving yams and other tubers.
    • a) Crib
    • b) Barn
    • c) Silo
    • d) Bag
  20. After _______ crops, they are sorted and graded.
    • a) Planting
    • b) Harvesting
    • c) Processing
    • d) Grinding

Part B: Theory Questions

Instructions: Provide short answers to the following questions.

  1. What are the main methods of processing crops?
  2. Explain the importance of grinding and milling in crop processing.
  3. What are the benefits of processing crops?
  4. Describe the steps involved in creating fruit juice from harvested fruits.
  5. What tools are commonly used in planting activities?
  6. List and explain three post-planting activities.
  7. How does irrigation benefit crop production?
  8. What is the purpose of mulching in crop cultivation?
  9. Describe the process of sorting and grading harvested crops.
  10. Why is it important to preserve harvested crops?
  11. What is a silo, and how is it used for crop preservation?
  12. How do you prepare fruits for juicing?
  13. What is the role of fertilizer application in crop production?
  14. Explain how thinning is done and its benefits.
  15. What are the advantages of using a yam barn for crop storage?
  16. How does milling differ from grinding in crop processing?
  17. Describe the process of weeding and its importance.
  18. What are the key factors to consider when harvesting crops?
  19. How does bagging help in crop preservation?
  20. Discuss the importance of proper storage after crop harvesting.

Part C: True or False Questions

Instructions: Indicate whether the statements are True or False.

  1. Grinding involves breaking down grains into a coarser texture.
  2. Milling is a method of processing that separates grains into different components.
  3. The main benefit of processing crops is increased shelf life.
  4. Juicing involves using a blender to make fruit juice.
  5. Mulching helps to retain soil moisture.
  6. Sorting and grading are post-harvesting activities.
  7. A silo is used for bagging crops.
  8. Grinding is used to produce flour from grains.
  9. Irrigation involves applying manure to crops.
  10. Thinning helps to reduce competition among plants.
  11. Bagging is a method of storing crops for preservation.
  12. Harvesting is the final step in crop production.
  13. Milling produces flour and other grain products.
  14. Cribs are used for storing grains and legumes.
  15. Processing crops can enhance their nutritional value.
  16. Juicers are used for grinding grains.
  17. Post-planting activities include fertilizing and weeding.
  18. The main purpose of preservation is to prevent spoilage.
  19. Harvested crops are immediately ready for consumption.
  20. Sorting is done to remove impurities from harvested crops.

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions

Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate word.

  1. _______ is a method used to process grains into flour.
  2. To keep crops fresh, they are often stored in a _______.
  3. Juicing involves using a _______ to extract juice from fruits.
  4. _______ is a post-planting activity that helps remove excess plants.
  5. The process of removing pulp from juice is called _______.
  6. _______ helps in reducing weed competition in a crop field.
  7. _______ involves adding nutrients to the soil to help crops grow.
  8. A _______ is used to preserve yams and other tubers.
  9. Sorting and _______ are done after harvesting crops.
  10. _______ is the first step in preparing crops for processing.
  11. To make flour, grains are _______ into a finer texture.
  12. _______ is used to prevent spoilage of harvested crops.
  13. The benefits of _______ include improved taste and texture of food products.
  14. A _______ is used for making fruit juice from harvested fruits.
  15. The process of _______ helps to maintain soil moisture and prevent erosion.
  16. Harvested crops are _______ before being stored or processed.
  17. _______ is done to separate different components of harvested crops.
  18. The purpose of _______ is to keep crops safe and fresh for longer periods.
  19. _______ is a process that enhances the usability of crops by making them easier to consume.
  20. The final step in crop production is _______.

End of Assessment