AGRICULTURE AND FISHERY ARTS (AFA)

(PART I)
1. Which of the following forms of measurement is the process of measuring angles and distances by the
use of levelling instruments?
a. direct survey***
b. indirect survey
c. sonar mapping
d. digital mapping
Rationalization:
Direct Survey - is the process of measuring angles and distances by the use of levelling
instruments. This is the most widely used form of measurement.
Sonar Mapping (“Sound Navigation and Ranging”) - is used for exploring and mapping the ocean
floors through the use of sound waves.
Digital Mapping (also called digital cartography) - is the process by which a collection of data is
compiled and formatted into a virtual image. It is used to produce maps that give accurate
representations of a particular area, detailing major road arteries and other point of interests.

2. Which of the following is incorrect when measuring the distance of sloping terrain?
a. Go downhill and measure the distance covered on the ground surface. ***
b. Go downhill or uphill and measure the distance covered.
c. Walk uphill and measure the vertical distance covered.
d. Lay down the measuring tool on sloping terrain and get the distance covered.

3. Which of the following methods is done by counting the number of steps that cover along a straight line?
a. measuring by pacing***
b. measuring with a ruler
c. chaining with a surveyor’s chain
d. pacing with a passometer or pedimeter

4. The following are reasons of learning the topography in aquaculture except:

a. determining all the physical features of the farm
b. determining the inputs needed in the production***
c. Existing topographic map can be used to locate a good dam site.
d. The farmer should know how to measure the horizontal distances and distances along a straight line.

5. If the distance covered by a person walking 100 paces from point A to point B is 75 meters, what will be
his pace factor?
a. 0.50 m.
b. 0.75 m***
c. 0.90 m.
d. 1 m.

Rationalization:
Solution:
PF=75÷100
=.75

6. Which of the following methods of measuring is simple and is used in making quick and rough estimates
of medium to long distances?

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a. pace count ***
b. using stadia- Medium to long, For quick and accurate measurements
c. using a clisimeter- Medium, For quick and rough estimates
d. chaining using a rope- Medium to long, Cheap

7. Which of the following devices is used to measure distances and ground slope that consists of a sighting
device, a hanging ring and a bottom device?
a. stadia
b. clisimeter
c. passometer
d. pedometer

Rationalization:
Stadia - a rapid and accurate method of measuring long distances. It uses expensive surveying
equipment, a telescope with stadia hairs.
Clisimeter - a simple instrument used to measure distances and ground slope. It consists of a sighting
device, a hanging ring, and a bottom device
Passometer - a device used in registering paces mechanically. It is attached to your belt or waistband
as you go pacing.
Pedometer registers the distance (in kilometers) covered as you go pacing.

8. In topography, what does horizontal distance mean?

a. the height of a sloping terrain
b. the distance of a ground which has no slope***
c. the distance of an irregularly shaped ground
d. the height of the ground in reference to sea leveL

9. It is a kind of natural food taken from bacterial decomposition at the bottom of the sea.
a. detritus ***
b. fauna
c. lablab
d. plankton

10. Which of the following aquatic creature categories prefers food from plants?
a. carnivores -animals
b. herbivores-plants***
c. omnivores -both plants and animals
d. all of these

11. Which of the following aquatic organisms takes in nutrients such as carbon dioxide, water and sunlight?
a. crab
b. fish
c. mollusk
d. lily***

12. Which of the following aquatic species is naturally found in the pond?
a. bacteria***
b. fruits
c. grass
d. seeds

13. Which of the following fish productions depends entirely on natural food?
a. extensive
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b. intensive

c. semi-extensive
d. semi-intensive

Rationalization:
Production Based on Feeding Techniques
Extensive - is exclusive feeding of a natural food.
Semi-intensive - is feeding by both the natural food and supplementary feeds.
Intensive - Feeding used is a complete feed

14. The following fishes are plant feeders except _____.

a. bighead carp
b. grass carp
c. cat fish***-carnivores
d. silver carp

15. It is the most commonly farmed fish.

a. catfish
b. carp
c. goldfish
d. tilapia***

16. It refers to the predatory fish that preys upon other fish.
a. bighead carp
b. catfish***-carnivores (meat)
c. common carp
d. grass carp

17. Which of these categories of aquatic creatures prefers to eat animals such as insects, tadpoles, frogs
and smaller fishes?
a. carnivores** -animals
b. herbivores-plants
c. omnivores-plants and animals
d. all of these

18. Which of the following aquatic organisms eats microscopic organisms, algae and plankton?
a. crustacean
b. fish***-could be carnivore, herbivore, omnivore
c. mollusk
d. plant

19. It is a kind of fish species which is best suited for pens and cages type.
a. African catfish
b. bighead carp
c. common carp
d. milkfish***

20. Which of the following fish species is best suited for ponds and cages?
a. African catfish
b. bighead carp***
c. common carp
d. milkfish
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21. Which of the following fish species is best for tanks and ponds or waterreceptacle type?
a. African catfish**
b. bighead carp
c. common carp
d. goldfish

22. Which of the following species is suitable to be cultured in cages, pens, ponds and tanks?
a. African catfish
b. bighead carp
c. goldfish
d. tilapia***

23. Which of the following aquatic plants is best cultured in a fish pond?
a. moss
b. kumbo
c. sea lettuce
d. mud crab

24. Which culture type can also be utilized for indoor fish farming?
a. fish cage
b. fish pen
c. fish pond
d. fish tank***

25. Which culture type is totally enclosed in all but the top and sides are mesh or netting?
a. fish cage***
b. fish pen
c. fish pond
d. fish tank

26. Which culture type of species has the bottom of the enclosure which is formed
by the lake or sea bottom?
a. fish cage
b. fish pen***
c. fish pond
d. fish tank

27. Which culture type is the most common method of fish culture?
a. fish cage
b. fish pen
c. fish pond***
d. fish tank

28. Which of the following aquatic plants is cultured in floating lines and stakes type?
a. oyster
b. mussel
c. mud crab
d. seaweed

29. Which of the following is not included in every tide table or chart?
a. date
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b. time
c. flood current ***
d. height for both high and low tides

Rationalization:
It is important to remember that while tide charts and tables may be formatted differently, all the necessary
information is still there. Normally, every tide table or chart includes the date, time, and height (in meter or
feet) for both high and low
tides.

30. What is the movement of tides when the moon is at perigee (closest to earth)?
a. no movement
b. Tides are lower.
c. no changes occurring
d. Tides are higher than usual.***

Rationalization:
When the moon is at perigee (closest to earth), the tides are higher than usual. At apogee (when the moon
is farthest), tides are lower.

31. What tides appear when the moon is at right angles to the line between
the earth and the sun?
a. neap tides***
b. high tides
c. low tides
d. spring tide

Rationalization:
Neap Tide - is formed when the moon is at right angles to the line between the earth and the sun.
High Tide - refers to the highest point of the water level.
Low Tide - refers to the lowest point of the water level.
Spring Tides - appears when the moon and sun are aligned with the earth.

32. What is the meaning of tides when the water level is going up?
a. falling tide
b. high tide
c. rising tide***
d. low tide

Rationalization:
Falling Tide - means the water level is going down.
High Tide - refers to the highest point of the water level.
Rising Tide - means the water level is going up.
Low Tide - refers to the lowest point of the water level.

33. Which of the following is not included in the sources of information where you can get tidal chart
schedule?
a. television
b. radio
c. online
d. friend

34. What will happen to the fish during the ebb current where the tide is moving away from the shore?
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a. The fish moves away from the coastline.****
b. The fish will approach the coastline.
c. It means dinnertime for the bait fish.
d. The fish moves towards the shore.

35. Which of the following statements best describes the tidal range?
a. the difference between rising and falling of the tides
b. the difference between low and high tides***
c. the rising and falling of sea levels
d. It can create strong currents which are dangerous for divers.

(PART II)
1. What is the movement of water during the flood current where tides are moving towards the shore?
a. The water level goes up.
b. The water level goes down.
c. Step on the piled produce.
d. Handle the harvests with extra care.

Rationalization:
During flood current, as the tide moves towards the shore and as it approaches the coastline, the water
level goes up, which means dinnertime for bait fish. But it also means dinnertime for bigger fish that you are
after.

2 . What happens to the tides when the moon is at apogee?

a. no movement
b. Tides are lower.***
c. no changes of the tide
d. Tides are higher than usual.

Rationalization:
When the moon is at perigee (closest to earth), the tides are higher than usual. At apogee (when the moon
is farthest), tides are lower.

3. What is the maintained ratio between the length and width of the pond?
a. 1:1 to 2:1
b. 2:1 to 3:1
c. 3:1 to 4:1
d. 2:1 to 4:1***

Rationalization:
A pond size should have at least 70 feet long, and 35 feet with and 4-5 feet water depth. Its maintained
ratio between the length and width must be from 2:1 to 4:1 (the width should be less than half the length).

4. What is the equivalent of a 𝜋?

a. 3.16
b. 3.14***
c. 3.18
d. 4.13

5. What is the formula to get the area of a rectangle pond?

a. Length x Width ***
b. Height x Width
c. Length x Height
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d. Length x Radius

6. Which of the following statements is not included as the basis for pond management action?
a. volume of water***
b. surface area of water in a pond
c. treatment rates of several aquatic herbicides
d. number to fish to stock and the amount of fertilizer or lime to add

7. Which of the following is the formula to get the area of the pond?
a. A - C x B – D
2 2
b. A x C x B x D
2 2

c. A +C x B + D
2 2
d. A / C x B / D
2 2

8. Which of the following steps is used to determine the distance by pacing?

a. Sketch a map of the pond.
b. Use a field tape to measure distances.
c. It can be determined by surveying with an engineer’s transit.
d. Simply determine your number of strides or paces along a measured distance of 100 feet.***

9. Why should there be a maintained ratio between the length and width of the pond?
a. for easy netting
b. to avoid / prevent bank erosion
c. for easy feeding and harvesting
d. to provide the fish long stretches of swimming and feeding space***

10. Which of the statements best describes the radius?

a. circumference
b. distance from end point to another
c. distance between point A to point B.
d. distance from the center of the circle to the edge of the circle

11. How many square feet is 1 acre?

a. 43,460 ft2
b. 44,560 ft2
c. 43,560 ft2 ***
d. 43,650 ft2

12. Which of the following is the formula to get the area of a circular shaped pond?
a. A = 𝜋r2
b. A = 𝜋- r
c. A = 𝜋/ r
d. A = 𝜋x r

13. Which of the following water quality parameters is helpful in maintaining the aquatic health of fishes?
a. salinity
b. temperature***
c. alkalinity
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d. pH level

14. What water quality parameter is used to maintain the constant pH level?
a. alkalinity
b. pH level
c. temperature
d. Salinity

15. How many times should the fish be monitored to grow in a healthy environment temperature?
a. every other day
b. continuously
c. occasionally
d. frequent

16. Where do you monitor and test the water sample?

a. laboratory
b. workshop
c. field
d. studio

17. How many hours can the nitrogen and phosphorus be stored in an insulated chest of ice?
a. 4 to 5 hours
b. 4 to 6 hours
c. 5 to 6 hours
d. 3 to 5 hours

18. Which of the following specific units of measurement is being used among laboratories?
a. kg / L
b. ppn
c. mg / L
d. mg / gms

Rationalization:
The specific units of measurement used vary among laboratories. Results are often given in milligrams per
liter (mg/L) or parts per million (ppm), which are equivalent units.

19. What apparatus is being used in analyzing water?

a. soil test kit
b. pH meter kit
c. water analysis kit
d. water tester

20. What is the chemical symbol for magnesium?

a. Mn-Manganese
b. Ma
c. Mg
d. Mc

21. What compound is common in water and its results from dissolution of minerals from soil and rocks?
a. nitrate
b. sulfate
c. ammonia
d. chlorine
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22. It is a method of planting where the seeds are sown directly to the soil
where they grow until harvesting.
A. direct planting
B. indirect planting
C. hydroponics
D. planting

Rationalization:
Two Methods of Planting
1. Direct Planting
The seeds are directly planted in the soil where they grow until harvesting.
Direct planting is usually done when plants have large seeds.

2. Indirect Planting
Seeds are planted first in the seed box or seed bed. As soon as the
seedlings have three or more leaves, they are transplanted to the area
where they grow until harvesting. This method is usually done when plants
have tiny seeds like pechay, eggplant, etc.

23. It is the stage in germination where the seeds absorb water.

A. production of enzymes
B. imbibition
C. root development
D. extracting nutrient

24. It is the embryonic root that grows in the soil.

A. testa
B. radicle
C. embryonic stem-hypocotyl
D. hypocotyl

25. The depth of sowing seeds should be _____.

A. five times the diameter of the seeds
B. two times the diameter of the seeds
C. four times the diameter of the seeds
D. three times the diameter of the seeds

26. It is the method of planting where the seeds are planted first in the seedbox and transplanted to the
area where they grow until harvest as soon as they have three or more leaves.
A. direct planting
B. indirect planting
C. hydroponics
D. planting

27. It provides moisture to the seeds.

A. temperature
B. growing media
C. water
D. sunlight

28. Why do you need to plant seeds at the right depth?

A. The right depth helps the seeds develop into hardy seedlings.
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B. It increases the rate of germination.
C. both A and B
D. none of the above

29. Why do some seeds fail to germinate?

A. due to thick seed coat
B. because of the immature embryo
C. both A and B
D. none of the above
30. Generally, seeds can be sown into the soil _____.
A. deeper than twice its diameter
B. equivalent to its diameter
C. not deeper than twice its diameter
D. both B and C

31. It is the placing and depositing of seeds in a moist soil for good seed germination.
A. seedbox
B. seed sowing
C. soil sterilization
D. growing media

32. Vegetable home gardens help the families in many ways. Which of the following is not true about
vegetable home gardens?
A. They provide additional income of the family.
B. They are sources of a variety of vegetables throughout the year.
C. They prevent bonding with the family members through gardening.
D. They develop the value of manual labor and industry.

33. Which of the following statements is not true?

A. Vegetable is one of the most important sources of food.
B. It helps in the prevention of air pollution.
C. It provides healthful indoor exercises for the gardener.
D. It serves as a good source of food nutrients needed by the human
body.

34. There are all ____ kinds and ____ lesser-known species of Philippine vegetables.
A. 41 kinds and 230 lesser-known species
B. 42 kinds and 240 lesser-known species
C. 43 kinds and 250 lesser-known species
D. 44 kinds and 260 lesser-known species

35. Vegetables are important sources of the following:

A. minerals
B. fiber
C. vitamins
D. proteins
E. all of the above

36. Philippine Agricultural Industry is focused on meeting export commitments. This policy is supported by
the government and is also the reason for the increased production of vegetable crops. What is the crop
that leads in the value of production with P1.8 M in 19999 from just P0.6M in 1990?
A. eggplant
B. garlic
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C. onion
D. tomato

37. In vegetable production, which of the following crops ranks first in terms of volume?
A. cabbage
B. eggplant
C. garlic
D. squash

38. Vegetables grown in the Philippines have also export opportunities. Which of the following was reported
number one export in terms of value at USD 10.5M?
A. asparagus
B. shallot
C. onion
D. squash

39. Which of the following is not true on the existing problems in vegetable production?
A. adequate storage facilities
B. lack of entrepreneurial skills among growers and cooperatives
C. unstable supply and low quality of produce
D. limited access to reliable market information

40. Why is it that you need to grow vegetables?

A. It is one of the most important sources of food.
B. It provides much of the family’s needs
C. It provides an additional source of income for the family
D. It serves as a good source of food nutrients needed by the human
body
E. all the above

41.In the crop category, vegetable ranks ______ to ornamentals in terms of income generated per unit area
and time.
A. first
B. second
C. third
D. fourth

Rationalization:
In the crop category, vegetable ranks second to ornamentals in terms of income generated per unit area
and time.

42.What science that deals with the nature, causes and control of plant diseases?
a. entomology
b. physiology
c. weed science -study of weeds
d. plant pathology

43.What pesticide material is having the band color of yellow?

a. Insecticide
b. fungicides
c. molluscicides

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d. herbicides

Rationalization:
Classifications of Pesticides

1. Fungicides – are used to control fungi (yellow band).

2. Herbicides – are used to control weeds (green band).
3. Insecticides – are used to control insects (red band).
4. Molluscicides – are used to control golden apple snails.
5. Other cides have orange bands.

44.What class of pesticides having an LD50 above 500 mgs. / kg. oral and 20000 mgs. / kg. dermal?
a. Class 4
b. Class 1
c. Class 2
d. Class 3

Rationalization:
Class 1: Most Highly Toxic Pesticides
These have an oral LD50 below 50 mgs. / kg. or dermal LD50 below 200. Their labels always bear skull and
cross bones and the word “DANGER” and “POISON” on the label. Special license is required for its use.

Class 2: Moderately Toxic Pesticides

These have oral and dermal LD50 of 50-500 and 201-2000 mgs. / kg. respectively. Their labels always say
“WARNING” skull and cross bones “POISON”.

Class 3: Slightly Toxic Pesticides

These have oral and dermal LD50 level of 501-5000 and 2000-20000 mgs. / kg. and label says “CAUTION”
Poison.

Class 4: Least Toxic Pesticides

These are considered as the least toxic. These pesticides have LD50 levels above 500 mgs. / kg. oral and
20000 mgs. / kg. dermal and may say” CAUTION”.

Legend:
LD50 – means (Deadly Amount) that requires to kill 50 % of the test animal in a given period of time.

45.Which one is not an oral way in which pesticides enter into the body?
a. eating
b. smoking
c. Wrist
d. mouth

46.What personal protective gadget is used to cover the arms completely?

a. goggles
b. gloves
c. shoes with socks
d. long sleeves

Rationalization:
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Personal Safety Gadgets When Handling Pesticides

1. Long Sleeves - Cover the arms and legs completely or wear raincoat.
2. Shoes and Socks
3. Hat - Your scalp easily absorbs chemicals. Remember also to cover your neck.
4. Gloves - Use disposable rubber gloves especially when measuring and mixing concentrated
pesticides.
5. Googles - Eyeglasses are not enough to protect the eyes from spray.
6. Dust Mask or Respirator - Protect your lungs and membranes from damage.

47.Which PPE is best used to protect the lungs and membranes?

a. goggles
b. respirators
c. hats
d. long sleeves

48.What pesticide is used to control thrips and mites?

a. acaricide
b. fungicide
c. herbicide
d. insecticide

Rationalization:
Classifications of Pesticides
1. Fungicides – are used to control fungi (yellow band)..
2. Herbicides – are used to control weeds (green band).
3. Insecticides – are used to control insects (red band).
4. Acaricides – are used to control thrips and mites.
5. Other cides have orange bands.

49.Which pesticide class is considered as the most highly toxic because it has an oral LD50 below 50 mgs.
/ kg. or dermal LD50 below 200.
a. Class 1
b. Class 4
c. Class 2
d. Class 3

50.What is the oral and dermal LD50 of the pesticide categorized as class 3?
a. 50-200 and 200-1000 mgs. / kg.
b. below 50 mgs. / kg. or dermal LD50 below 200-mostly high toxic (class 1)
c. 50-500 and 201-2000 mgs. / kg.-moderately toxic (class 2)
d. 501-5000 and 2000-20000 mgs. / kg.-slightly toxic (class 3)
(PART III)
1. What do you call the pesticide toxicity that is happening through the skin?
a. dermal
b. oral
c. inhalation
d. drinking
Rationalization:

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2. What personal protective equipment is used to protect the scalp?
a. goggles
b. dust mask
c. shoes and socks
d. hat

3. Which PPE is best used in mixing concentrated pesticides?

a. gloves
b. goggles
c. dust mask
d. hats

4. Which item is termed as the deadly amount of pesticides required to kill 50 % of the test animal in a given
period of time?
a. LD50
b. LD 20
c. LD 40
d. LD100

5. Which one is the toxicity symbol of the class 1 pesticides?

a. “warning” skull and cross bones “poison” -Class 2
b. “caution”-Class 3
c. skull and cross bones and word “danger”-Class 1
d. “caution” poison

6. What is the description of class 2 pesticides?

a. highly toxic
b. moderately toxic
c. slightly toxic
d. least toxic

7. Which one will you use if you are tasked to measure the dimension of the sampling area for sprayer
calibration?
a. beaker
b. graduated cylinder
c. meter stick

d. ruler

8. What is the liquid used during sprayer calibration activity?

a. fungicide
b. water
c. insecticide

d. herbicide

9. Which one is true when talking about sprayer calibration?

a. The volume of water dispensed after the activity is used to predict the volume of chemicals to be sprayed
in a particular area of spraying.
b. The faster the spray man, the higher the volume of water will be dispensed.
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c. The volume of water is used to predict the number of days in spraying per unit area.
d. The higher the time incurred during sprayer calibration, the shorter the number of days in spraying.

10. Which is not true about the statement?

a. The longer the time incurred during sprayer calibration, the higher the labor cost of spraying.
b. The shorter the time incurred during sprayer calibration, the lower the labor cost of spraying.
c. The higher the volume of water sprayed during sprayer calibration activity also means higher chemical
needs.
d. The volume of water is the deciding factor on how many days a spray man can finish the job completely

11. What method of irrigation is widely used for row crops?

a. sprinkler irrigation
b. trickle irrigation
c. wild flooding
d. furrow irrigation

Rationalization:

Overhead Irrigation / Sprinkler Irrigation

The water is applied in the form of spray or artificial rain. The water source is usually a river, shallow well, or
tap water.

Furrow Irrigation
This method of irrigation is widely used for row crops and small furrows called corrugations. It is done by
running water through small channels while it moves down or across the slope of the field.

Drip Irrigation
This is also known as trickle irrigation. This method refers to the application of water to the soil through
small orifices or emitters, which are designed to discharge water at the rate of 1-8 liters per hour

Wild Flooding
This method of irrigation consists of turning the water onto natural slopes without much control or prior
preparation. It is usually a waste of water and unless the land is naturally smooth, the resulting irrigation will
be quite uneven.

12. Which of the following is considered as a natural source of ground water?

a. falls
b. river
c. lakes
d. spring

13. How many percentages of water absorbed by plants that is used for photosynthesis?
a. 4-5 %
b. 2-4 %
c. 4-6 %
d. 5-7 %

14. Which one is not a factor to consider in choosing the suitable method of irrigation?
a. topography

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b. crop
c. soil fertility
d. water supply

15. What irrigation method is used for vegetables that do not specifically require frequent irrigation?
a. surface irrigation
b. drip irrigation
c. overhead irrigation
d. furrow irrigation

16. What is the most efficient method of irrigation system?

a. surface irrigation-least efficient
b. drip irrigation
c. overhead irrigation
d. furrow irrigation

17. Which type of irrigation that involves low costs and minimal labor?
a. surface irrigation
b. overhead irrigation-or sprinkler irrigation
c. sub-surface irrigation
d. control flooding

18. Which is not a good practice when it comes to safety in the workplace?
a. Auxiliary equipment is in the path of the irrigation system.
b. Keep all guards and shields in place.
c. Bury all power lines around the equipment.
d. Keep away from moving parts when equipment is in operation.

19. What is the primary impact of proper irrigation to plants?

a. It removes excess water from the root zone of the plants.-Drainage
b. Avoid waterlogged conditions to the root zone.-Drainage
c. Conserve soil moisture and minimize erosion.
d. It helps provide the available nutrients to the plant.

20. What method of irrigation where water is applied in the form of spray or artificial rain?
a. drip irrigation
b. overhead irrigation
c. sub-surface irrigation
d. furrow irrigation

Rationalization:
Drip Irrigation
This is also known as trickle irrigation. This method refers to the application of water to the soil through
small orifices or emitters, which are designed to discharge water at the rate of 1-8 liters per hour.

Overhead Irrigation / Sprinkler Irrigation

The water is applied in the form of spray or artificial rain. The water source is usually a river, shallow well, or
tap water. Since the method is labor-intensive, the farm per person is limited to approximately 500 square
meters if the water source is adjacent to the farm.

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Sub-Surface Irrigation
Water is delivered to the field in ditches spaced 50 to 100 feet apart and is allowed to seep into the ground
to maintain the water table at a height such that the water from the capillary fringe is available to the crops.

Furrow Irrigation
This method of irrigation is widely used for row crops and small furrows called corrugations. It is done by
running water through small channels while it moves down or across the slope of the field.

21. Which one is the correct practice to ensure farm safety?

a. Work with oily or greasy hands.
b. Use the right type of tool for the job.
c. Always carry tools in your pockets.
d. Carry pointed tools by your side with heavy ends up.

22. What do you call the term as integrated process of applying the needed amount of water at a proper time
and removal of excess water to increase production?
a. irrigation system
b. water conservation
c. water management
d. critical water demands

23. What is referred to as the losses of irrigation water from plant parts, surface soil and even bodies of
water?
a. direct evaporation
b. seepage
c. soil percolation
d. poor grading of land

24 Surface water is one of the sources of irrigation water. Which one is not considered as surface water?
a. rivers
b. falls
c. lakes
d. spring -natural source of water

25. What is referred to as the removal of excess water from the soil root zone reservoir during wet season to
increase productivity?
a. water conservation
b. water management
c. drainage
d. irrigation canal

26. Which of the following is not an index of maturity of vegetable crops?

a. color
b. size
c. texture
d. cracking of the skin

Rationalization:

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Maturity index is an observable indication or sign that a particular crop is ready for harvest in terms of size,
color, weight, texture, and shape in some vegetable crops.

27. What is the correct English word of the Latin word “maturus‟?
a. mature
b. immature
c. ripen
d. over mature

28. How do you determine the maturity index of a bitter gourd?

a. physical means
b. feel method
c. visual measure
d. calendar method

29. Which of the following best describes the stage in the development of a crop in relation to time of harvest
according to consumer’s demand?
a. commercial maturity
b. horticultural maturity
c. physiological maturity
d. harvest maturity

30. Which method of maturity determination uses the skin color and size as means of identifying?
a. feel method
b. visual method
c. chemical analysis

d. physical method

31. Which vegetable has an indicator of compact curd when mature?

a. pechay
b. cabbage
c. cauliflower

d. carrot

Rationalization:
Pechay - It is mature when the desirable size is attained.
Cabbage - It is mature when the head is compact; over mature the head cracks
Cauliflower - It is mature when the curd is compact.
Carrot / Radish - It is mature when the desired size is attained (over mature is pithy).

32. How many days is the carrot harvested?

a. 90-110 days
b. 75-90 days
c. 35-50 days

d. 60-70 days

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33. Which method of determining maturity uses pressure tester to measure softness of the fruit?
a. chemical analysis
b. feel method
c. visual method

d. physical method

34. When is the best time to harvest garlic and onion?

a. when the tops begin to dry-up and topple down
b. when it reaches marketable size
c. when the bulb is compact
d. when the pods are well filled

35. Which of the following preparations shall be done before harvesting?

a. Check if there are crops ready for harvest.
b. Construct a temporary shed to stack harvests.
c. Prepare the tools and materials needed in harvesting.
d. Inform neighbors when to harvest.
36. Why do you harvest vegetable crops at proper stage of maturity?
a. to ensure quality of the produce or crop
b. to impose losses
c. to assume damage to the produce or crop
d. to save time and effort of production

37. Which of the following tools is not appropriate for harvesting vegetables?
a. knife
b. pruning shears
c. scissors
d. axe

38. What should you do to avoid damages during harvesting?

a. Harvest any time of the day.
b. Observe and apply the principles of TLC.
c. Place the products anywhere in the area.
d. Use collecting baskets without liners.

Rationalization:
Principles of Tender, Love and Care (TLC) of Harvested Vegetable Crops
• Produce / vegetables are living organisms.
• Handle harvests with extra care.
• Do not toss the fruits.
• Gently lay down the harvests.
• Do not step on the piled produce.
• Do not make the pile too high to avoid heat up.

39. What must be avoided to attain quality harvests?

A. Use appropriate tools for harvesting.
B. Use temporary shed to stack the harvests.
C. Do not overfill containers.

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D. Use baskets or crates without liners.

40. Which of the following is not a good management practice to reduce or eliminate harvest injury?
A. Place the harvested crops under the sun
B. Harvest workers should not have long and sharp fingernails.
C. Clean the sand and all debris out of the containers.
D. Consider the time of the day of harvesting.

41. When is the best time to harvest vegetables to prolong the shelf life?
a. The produce must be harvested during the hottest time of the day.
b. The harvested produce must be maintained in a cool and shady area with adequate ventilation.
c. The produce must be harvested during wet days.
d. The produce should be placed under the sun to generate heat.

42. Which is not a good practice prior to harvesting?

a. Conduct field inspection.
b. Prepare harvesting tools and other materials.
c. Place obstruction in the field before harvesting.
d. Construct a temporary shed to stack the harvest.

43. What must be avoided with the harvested produce?

a. The harvested produce must be pierced with your bare hands.
b. It must be gently transferred to collecting baskets and protected from the sun.
c. It must not be in contact with oil, chemicals and dirty surfaces.
d. It must not be dropped.

44. Which is not a principle of TLC?

a. Do not toss the fruits.
b. Do not make the pile too high to avoid heating up.
c. Handle harvests with extra care.
d. Step on the piled produce.

45. The following are used as flooring materials for small scale goat house except _____.
______.
A. cogon
B. bamboo shoots
C. wood
D. gravel floors

46. In constructing a goat house, nipa is mainly used as a ______.

A. post
B. partition
C. roof
D. siding

47. Why is concrete post more preferable to use than the wooden one in
commercial scale farming?
A. It provides durability.
B. It is the choice of the owner.
C. It facilitates proper ventilation.

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D. It protects the building from soil-borne organisms.

48. Which part of the house that holds hay for feeding?
A. water trough
B. feeding trough
C. pen
D. post

49. A part of the house that is made of wooden slatted is ______.

A. fence
B. hay barn
C. floor
D. pen

50. It provides warmth, insulation and comfort to the house.

A. hay
B. bedding
C. wood
D. bamboo

(PART IV)
1. The following are types of bedding except ______.
A. straw
B. hay
C. dried corn stalks
D. mud

2. Why is there a need to have a strong fence?

A. to avoid the goat from getting out
B. to protect the goat from bad climate
C. to avoid the thief from entering
D. all of the above

3. The following describe a good house except ______.

A. rain proof
B. damp proof
C. Slats are compressed from droppings.
D. well ventilated

Rationalization:
A good goat house should be
rain proof
damp proof
well ventilated
free from direct wind
free from sharp objects that might injure the goat
pest and wild animal proof
slats on the floor for free fall droppings
with an area of at least 2 meters per animal

4. The following are the things to consider in building a goat shelter except
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______.
A. flooring
B. bedding
C. fencing
D. location

5. Why is elevated flooring required when constructing a house for goats?

A. It is the decision of the owner.
B. It is more economical in nature.
C. It facilitates the cleaning of manure.
D. It is an ordinance from the municipality.

6. What is the floor space per adult goat?

A. 15-20 square feet
B. 20-25 square feet
C. 25-30 square feet
D. 30-35 square feet

7. The following are used as roofing materials for small scale goat house except ______.
A. anahaw
B. cogon
C. galvanized iron
D. nipa
8. What is the floor space for breeding female (doe)?
A. 1.0 m2
B. 1.5 m2
C. 2.0 m2
D. 2.5 m2

9. In constructing a goat house, bamboo is mainly used as a ______.

A. partition
B. post
C. roof
D. siding

10. What is the recommended space for ram in slatted floor?

A. 8-10 square feet
B. 10-12 square feet
C. 14-20 square feet
D. 20-25 square feet

7. What is the recommended housing space for bred ewe in open shed?
A. 6 square feet
B. 8 square feet
C. 10 square feet
D. 12 square feet

12. How many goats can occupy a space of 1.8 m. x 1.8 m. x 2.5 m.?
A. 5
B. 10
C. 15
D. 20

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Rationalization:
In accordance with the increasing body size and weight of goats, they require more space. A house of 1.8
meters x 1.8 meters x 2.5 meters (5.5 ft. x 5.5 ft. x 8.5 ft). is suitable enough for housing 10 small goats.
Every adult goat needs about 0.75meter x 4.5 meters x 4.8 meters housing space.

13. These are materials which are cut into halves that hold water for the animals to drink in.
A. feeders
B. boxes
C. racks
D. pails or drums

14. What is the main function of a ram / buck shed?

A. for breeding
B. for maternity
C. for sick animals
D. for non-lactating females

15. Which of the following statements best describes a fish pen?

A. artificial enclosure construction built in water
B. easy to build than tank
C. less cost of construction
D. All the above

16. When bamboo poles are used for posting fish pen, diaphragm is removed to reduce its______.
A. buoyancy
B. length
C. life span
D. strength

17. Which of the following should be considered based on the net fabrication in
pen?
A. characteristics of the fish to be culture
B. depth of water and mud
C. highest water level or flood level
D. all the above

18. Which of the following specifications of materials that the stone belong?
A. float
B. framework.
C. net
D. sinker

19. Which of the following group is correct?

A. framework: anahaw
B. floats: wood
C. net: polyethylene
D. all the above

20. Listed below are the materials that could be used as post, which of them is abundant and cheaper to
use?
A. bamboo
B. wood
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C. GI pipes
D. PVC pipes

21. These are the steps and procedure in ribbing the net, which is the first procedure?
A. Insert 5 mm poly rope at first row of meshes of net.
B. Join the net together.
C. Leave with 210/18 designed nylon twine one inch apart employing a clove hitch and knot.
D. Repeat same procedure for succeeding layers until desire depth of net is completed

Rationalization:
Procedure in Ribbing Nets (Joining Nets with Rope)
1. Join net together / sewn properly the net
2. Insert 5 mm polyrope at the first row of meshes of nets.
3. Weave with 210/18 designed nylon twine one inch apart employing a clove hitch and
knot.
4. Repeat same procedure for succeeding layers until desire depth of net is completed.

22. Which size of the net mesh should be used as barrier in constructing pen?
A. 152 mm stretched
B. 55 mm stretched
C. 28 mm stretched
D. 10 mm stretched

23. In constructing nursery fish pen, why fine size of mesh should be used?
A. to keep the fry from getting out
B. to avoid predators from entering
C. to let the water flow through
D. all the above

24. How many meters of the net needed if the perimeter pen is 100 meters?
A. 100 m
B. 125 m
C. 130 m
D. 150 m

25. Which materials is used as conjunction of fishing gear to drag net downward?
A. floats
B. sinkers
C. post
D. net

26. Which netting materials belong to the family of synthetic polymers?

A. woven bamboo splits
B. polyethylene
C. nylon
D. polypropylene

27. Rubber is used as float and cut into length of ____?

A. 2-4 cm
B. 3-5 cm
C. 5-7 cm
D. 6-8 cm

28. Which material has a characteristic that is sturdy, withstand the water current and fouling organism
resistant.
A. float
B. framework.
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C. sinker
D. net

Rationalization:
Framework - The frames should be able to withstand water current; withstand
high salt content if at sea and resistant to fouling organisms.

29. How many meters from one post to another if the enclosure used is fishing net?
A. 1 meter apart
B. 1.5 meter apart
C. 2 meter apart
D. 3 meter apart

30. Which of the following can be considered as physical factor that affects the quality of
nets?
A. static
B. mussel
C. waves
D. wind

Rationalization:
Static forces - This refers to the buoyancy force which mainly pushes upwards in relation to density and
the force that pushes anything downward according to mass which is the gravity

26. These are forces that act together and thereby results to constant stresses due to actionreaction
principle.
A. biological factor
B. chemical factor
C. biofouling - biofouling (mussels, barnacles, worms etc.)
D. physical factor

Rationalization:
Physical factor. This includes forces that act together and are thereby result to constant stresses due to
action-reaction principle. This activity might cause abrasion and breakage of various cages materials.

Chemical factor. Metallic parts like chains, shackles, rings and plates are subject for oxidation which make
this parts thinner and weak.

Biological factor. Net cages can be affected by marine organism’s activities like biofouling (mussels,
barnacles, worms etc.) by increasing their resistance to the movement of currents.

Dynamic forces - This is mainly horizontal and greatly dependent on waves, current and wind.

27. Water current and waves greatly affects the net cages, in what factor does it belongs?
A. physical factor
B. chemical factor
C. dynamic
D. biological factor

28. What do you call the accumulation of marine organisms along the installed fish cages?
A. oxidation
B. buoyancy
C. degradation
D. biofouling
Rationalization:
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Net cages can be affected by marine organism’s activities like biofouling (mussels, barnacles, worms etc.)
by increasing their resistance to the movement of currents.

29. How saline environment affects the cages system?

A. increasing their resistance of nets to the movement of currents.
B. it makes the metal parts of the cage system thinner
C. it favours algal growth
D. it can cause abrasion

30. What is the primary factor that contributes to a successful fish cage system?
A. enough man power
B. the use of expensive materials
C. proper installation of fish cages system
D. regular checking and good maintenance routine

31. Why we need to check the net cages regularly?

A. to check if its ok
B. to monitor if there are damages
C. insure that it is in best condition &function
D. avoid clogged mesh

32. How often should a net cages must be checked and inspected?
A. every 6 months
B. every day
C. monthly
D. yearly

33. What should be the first thing to consider in checking the bottom of the net?
A. presence of marine organism’s
B. the position of the net
C. the physical appearance of the net
D. presence of abrasion, damage &worn out

34. Sound and proper maintenance of net cages will lead to _______.
A. successful fish farming
B. good practices
C. effective routine
D. better cage appearance

35. In spraying the interior part of the poultry house, what insecticide are you going to use?
a. organic insecticide
b. locally recommended insecticide
c. chemical insecticide
d. synthetic insecticide

36. Bobby wore PPE and sprayed detergent solution throughout the area of the house. Which procedure
does this belong?
a. remove dust
b. disinfect
c. pre-spray
d. wash

37. Littering must be removed and disposed according to ______.

a. social regulations
b. economic regulations
c. government regulations
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d. financial regulations

38. What is the result if disinfectants are applied to wet surfaces?

a. pollution
b. friction
c. dilution
d. emulsion

39. What should be used in washing laying houses?

a. pressure washer and foam detergent
b. sponge mop with buckets
c. squeegee and soap
d. microfiber mop and detergent

40. What is the chemical liquid that is used to kill bacteria?

a. degreaser
b. sterilizer
c. disinfectant
d. detergent

41. What is the first procedure in cleaning and disinfecting laying houses?
a. control insects
b. establish a plan
c. pre-spray
d. fumigate

42. Do water pipes need to be cleaned? Why?

a. No, it does not affect anything
b. Yes, to remove the dirt
c. Yes, to remove any built-up biofilm
d. No, because it is always clean

43. When are you going to spray the interior part of poultry house with insecticide?
a. before stepping into the poultry house interior
b. as soon as the flock is removed and while the house is still warm
c. as soon as the flock is removed and the house is already cool
d. while the flock is being removed

44. What should be removed from the house?

a. all equipment and automatic feeders
b. feeders and brooders
c. water pipe and equipment
d. automatic feeders only

45. Which of the following is the best shape in constructing fish tank?
a. circular and rectangular
b. trapezoid and square
c. oval and trapezium
d. oval and square

46. Which of the following will happen to an overcrowding fish tank?

a. overcrowding will leads to low mortality rate
b. overcrowding will leads to poor water quality
c. overcrowding will leads to high fish production
d. overcrowding will leads to low oxygen needed

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47. Which of the following is the size for a small fish tank?
a. 30m x 10m x 1m
b. 30m x 5m x l.2m
c. 32m x 10m x 2m
d. 32m x 5m x 2.5m

48. Which of the following is for a large size fish tank?

a. 100m x 100m x 1.5m
b. 100m x 150m x 2m
c. 90m x 90m x 1.5m
d. 90m x 90m x 2m

49. Which of the following is true?

a. the smaller the fish tank the bigger water quality needs
b. the smaller the fish tank the higher oxygen needed
c. the smaller the fish tank the difficult to construct
d. the smaller the fish tank the easier to manage

50. The bottom of the tank should be tapered how many degrees towards the
drain so that the wastes are easily collected.
a. 5˚
b. 10˚
c. 15˚
d. 20˚

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