Agri f3t2 Ms
Agri f3t2 Ms
SECTION A
2. Farming practices that help reduces the effect of water shortage in crops
▪ Mulching
▪ Adding organic matter
▪ Growing drought tolerant crops
▪ Ridging the seed bed (4 x 1/2= 2mks)
4. Types of micro-catchments
▪ Restlessness
▪ Enlargement of the vulva
▪ Slackening of the hip muscles on the sides of the tail
▪ Loss of appetite
▪ Enlargement of the udder and teats
▪ Collection of beddings at a corner to make a nest. ( 3 x 1/2= 11/2mks)
▪ Rip saw cuts wood along the grains while cross cut saw cut wood across the grains
(mark as a whole 1 x1 = 1mk)
▪ Highly nitrogenous/leguminous
▪ High/faster growth rate
▪ Highly decaying
▪ Fast decaying
▪ Hardy (able to grow with minimal growth conditions) (4 x 1/2= 2mks)
▪ Inheritance
▪ Population pressure
▪ Land offered to settle dispute
▪ Shifting cultivation
▪ Accumulation of land holding (2 x 1/2= 1mk)
▪ Freezing
▪ Salting
▪ Sun drying
▪ Smoking (4 x 1/2= 2mks)
15. Materials that can be used in constructing a Kenya Top Bar Hive
▪ Timber/wood
▪ Plain wires
▪ Nails
▪ Iron sheets (4 x 1/2= 2mks)
18. Streaming up is the provision of extra high-quality feeds to animals during the last weeks of gestation
while;
Flashing is the provision of high-quality feeds to animals a few weeks before and after mating.
(1 x 1mrk)
Kindling is the act of giving birth in rabbits while farrowing is the act of giving birth in pigs.
(1 x 1mrk)
▪ Softening/moisture food
▪ Temporary storage of food (2 x 1/2= 1mk)
▪ Propping
▪ Trelishing
▪ Staking (3 x ½ = 11/2mk)
▪ Pruning
▪ Trimming of trees
▪ Observing appropriate spacing
▪ Weeding in short growing plants
▪ Removal of any shade above a plant (4 x 1/2= 2mks)
▪ Uprooting weeds
▪ Mulching
▪ Cutting/slashing weeds
▪ Cultivation/digging out
▪ Application of selective herbicides (4 x 1/2= 2mks)
26 a. A – Tea
b. B - Sugarcane (2 x 1 = 2mks)
▪ Oxygen supply
▪ Rooting medium/rooting hormone
▪ Correct relative humidity
▪ Suitable temperature
▪ Suitable light intensity
▪ Leaf area. (3 x 1 = 3mks)
▪ Wind
▪ Moving water
▪ Human activities
▪ Animal movement (1 x 1 = mk)
b. Parts labeled
E – Dry leaves
a. Breaking seed dormancy by soaking seeds in hot water to soften seed coat making it easy to water
b. Seed dressing by coating seeds with a pesticide or a fungicide tom prevent attack by soil-borne pests and
diseases.
c. Seed inoculation by coting legume seeds with the right Rhizobium strain that is to be planted in soils deficit
in nitrogen,
▪ Inheritance of land
▪ Donation of land
▪ Shifting cultivation
▪ Buying land/selling/payment of debts using land/compensation of land
(4 x 1= 4mks)
i. Grass strips/filter strips – grass strips are left between cultivated land to reduce speed of water and filter
out eroded soil
ii. Cover cropping to reduce impact of rain drops on the soil
iii. Mulching to reduce speed of the surface run off soil
iv. Inter cropping to provide soil cover thus reducing splash erosion and reduce surface run-off
v. Minimum tillage to maintain soil structures
vi. Afforestation/re-afforestation to reduce impact of raindrops by atomizing raindrops.
vii. Vegetated water ways to slow down run-off and trap eroded soil thus preventing further erosion.
(5 x 1= 5mk)
SECTION A (40MKS)
Answer all questions in spaces provided
1. State four reasons for planting sweet potatoes on ridges. (2mks)
2. List four farming practices that reduces the effect of water shortage in crops (2mks)
3. State four main characteristics of shifting cultivation (2mks)
4. State four types of micro-catchments (2mks)
5. Give four reasons for identification of cattle in cattle management (2mks)
6. List three signs of farrowing in a sow (11/2 mks)
7. State two advantages of using embryo transplant (1mk)
8. Give the functional differences between a rip saw and a cross cut saw (1mk)
9. Apart from transmission of diseases, give three harmful effects of ticks in cattle.
10. State four characteristics of crops that are used to prepare green manure. (2mks)
11. Name two classes of weeds according to plant morphology (1mk)
12. Name two conditions that may lead to subdivision of agriculture land. (1mk)
13. State four methods a farmer can use when preserving fish after harvesting. (2mks)
14. Give four methods of land reform practiced in Kenya. (2mks)
15. List four materials that can be used in constructing a Kenya Top Bar Hive (2mks)
16. State two functions of a queen bee in a colony (2mks)
17. State four reason for castrating male kids not required for breeding in a farm.
18. Distinguish between each of the following terms as used in livestock rearing practices.
a. Streamlining up and flushing
b. Kindling and farrowing (2mks)
19. State the functions of crop in poultry digestive system (1mk)
20. State three methods used in training crops (11/2 mks)
21. State four practices carried out to increase light intensity in a field of crops. (2mks)
22. Give four ways of controlling weeds in a field of maize. (2mks)
23. State two uses of check dams in soil and water conservation (1mk)
24. Outline two ways used by farmers to harden-off seedlings in the nursery (2mks)
25. Name three factors that dictate livestock distribution in Kenya. (11/2 mks)
FORM 3 SECTION B (30MKS)
Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided
26. Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow. The illustrations represent a
method of propagation.
B. _________________________________________
b. Give three factors that promote the rooting of illustration A. (2mks)
22. The diagram below illustrates an experiment using garden soil, study it correctly and answer the
questions that follow,
a. What was the aim of the experiment (1mk)
b. Name the parts labeled C and D. (2mks)
c. Name the property of the soil being investigated. (1mk)
28. The illustration below shows a type of soil erosion. Study it an answer the questions that follow.
b. Give two soil factors that influence the rate of soil erosion. (2mks)
c. Name one agent of soil erosion. (1mk)
29. The diagram below represents a method of manure preparation. Study it carefully and answer the
questions that follow.
History is the study of man’s activities while government is the study of how people are governed.
2. State one way in which the study of History and Government promotes a sense of patriotism in the leather.
(1mk)
• Enables one to promote a sense of patriotism to the learners.
• Enables one t be a responsible citizen.
• Enables one to become loyal to his/her country.
3. Identify one type of artifact that is likely to be found in an archaeological site. (1mk)
• weapons
• Ornaments
• Garments
• Coins
• Utensils
4. State one disadvantage of using caves as a shelter by the early human beings during the stone age period.
(1mk)
• Caves could collapse over them
• They could be attacked by wild creatures like snakes
• Caves were exposed to floods and wind
5. Identify 2 theories that explains how early Agriculture developed. (2mks)
• Diffusion
• Independent theory
6. Give two evidence which show that Chinese traders reached the Kenyan coast in the 5 th century. (2mks)
• Remains of Chinese coins.
• Fragments of Chinese porcelain plates and pottery.
7. Give the main item of trade in the Trans – Atlantic trade. (1mk)
• Slaves
8. Give 2 means of water transport used during the ancient times.
• Sailing ships
• Rafts/logs
• Canoes
• Sailing boats
9. Identify 2 forms of picture writing the early civilization. (2mks)
• Cuine form
• Hieroglyphics
10. Define “Direct democracy” (1mk)
• It is a government where people themselves make rules /decisions that affect their welfare.
11. Identify two minority groups whose rights were protected by the constitution of Kenya at Independence.
(2mks)
• Europeans
• Asians
• Minority indigenous African communities
12. State how humanitarian factors influenced the scramble for Africa (1mk)
• They advocated for the occupation of Africa in order to stamp slave trade.
13. Name two British colonies in West Africa. (2mk)
• Nigeria
• Ghana/Gold coast
• The Gambia
• Sierra Leone
14. Name the leader of the Wanga who collaborated with the British. (1mk)
• Nabongo Mumias
15. Give two methods that were used by the French to administer her colonies in Africa. (2mks)
• Assimilation
• Association
16. Name 2 groups which were involved in the provision of education services in Kenya during the colonial
period. (2mks)
• Christian missionaries
• Colonial government
• Asians
• Africans
17. Identify the first prime minister in Kenya. (1mks)
• Jomo Kenyatta
SECTION B: 45 MARKS
18. (a) Give three recommendations of the Devonshire White Paper of 1923.
• White highlands were to be reserved for European settlers only.
• Indians were allowed to elect five members to the Legco.
• Racial segregation was abolished in residential areas.
• A missionary was to be nominated to the Legco to represent African interests.
• African interests were to be paramount.
(b) Explain six factors that undermined construction of the Kenya – Uganda railway during colonial
Kenya.
• The harsh climate created difficult working environment thus slowing down the work
• There was inadequate labour leading to importation of workers from India.
• The workers were attacked by tropical diseases leading to their ineffectiveness
• The terrain was poor thus slowing down the construction work
• Some communities attacked the workers there by delaying the construction
• The transportation of some of the construction materials was difficult due to their bulkiness
• There was inadequate supply of basic commodities which made life unbearable.
19. (a)State 5 disadvantages of coal as a source of energy. (3mks)
• Coal is bulky to transport
• Coal causes pollution
• Mining of coal can lead to injuries
• It is a non-renewable source of energy.
• Coal was expensive to mine and transport.
(b)Explain six challenges which South Africa has faced in the process of industrialization. (10mks)
• The imposition of economic sanctions which prevented her from trading with other communities.
• The long period of apartheid created an un-conducive environment for industrialization..
• Competition from more developed countries such as western Europe whose manufactured goods
of better quality than those ones in Africa.
• Industrial strikes /demonstrations boycotts which were organized by trade unions led to closure of
some industries.
• High levels of poverty which created inadequate market for manufactured goods to low purchasing
power.
• Violence/xenophobia /aggression against foreigners has discouraged foreign investors chased
away the would-be foreign investors.
• HIV/AIDS has affected the work force in industries thereby undermining industrial production.
• High incidences of insecurity /criminal activities in South Africa which has been caused by
unemployment.
• Inadequate infrastructure e.g. transport, insurance, communication, banking etc.
20(a) State 5 problems that faced the early political organizations in Kenya up to 1939. (5mks)
• The members were subjected to harassment by the colonial government through frequent arrests,
detention.
• Political wrangles between the members/leaders
• Many leaders had little experience in running the associations.
• Lack of unity as many organizations were ethnic based.
• Many organizations were banned by the colonial government.
(b)Explain 5 factors that promoted the rise of African Nationalism in Kenya after 1945. (10mks)
• Acquisition of western education by many Africans enabled them to understand political developments at
international level and forcefully demanded for independences.
• The experience of the ex-soldiers in the 2nd world war made them realize that Europeans were not that
superior hence they demanded for self rule.
• The realization by Britain that colonies were expensive to administer hence the need to grant then self rule.
• The granting of independence to India in 1947 inspired Africans to demand for political independence.
• The support given by pan Africans in demanding for political independence gave Africans confidence to
press for political freedom.
• The delocalization policy by the United Nations inspired Africans nationalism to press for independence.
• The failure by the colonial government to reward the ex-World War II soldiers increased the agitation for
independence.
• Signing of Atlantic charter in 1941.
SECTION C: 30 MARKS
21.(a)Give three functions of the Kabaka of Buganda kingdom during the pre-colonial period. (3mks)
• He was a commander in chief of the armed forces.
• He appointed and dismissed saza chiefs or senior government officials.
• He was the head of traditional religion.
• He was the head of judiciary.
• He awarded honors to officers who offered distinguished services.
(b) Discuss six factors that led to the growth of the Asante empire by the 19 th Century. (12mks)
• Transatlantic trade generated a lot of wealth which enabled the empire to prosper.
• It had able/skilled /shrewd rulers who were courageous and development conscious.
• They had a symbol of unity the gold stool which banded people together.
• The Odwira festival brought the leaders/people together thereby making the empire more cohesive.
• The availability of gold enabled the kingdom to generate wealth that was used for development.
• The centralized system of administration ensured stability as there was clear command.
• The strong agricultural base ensured regular food supply leading to growth of the population.
22. (a) State three methods used by nationalists in Ghana to fight for Independence. (3 mks)
• They formed political parties
• They used boycotts/ demonstrations
• They organized political rallies
• They newspapers to articulate their views
• They used trade unions
• They used international forums
(b) Explain six factors that led to the development of African nationalism in Ghana. (12 mks)
• Inadequate African representation in the legislative council caused discontent among the Africans
• Loss of powers by the traditional African chiefs created discontent against colonial government.
• The need to guard against possible land alienation by the British united the Africans
• Introduction of taxation by the colonial government was resented by the Africans
• The low earnings by the Africans from the sale of cocoa to Europeans created discontent among them
• The involvement of the ex-servicemen in the second world war inspired them to fight for their
independence.
• High rate of unemployment among the Africans created resentment/discontent
• The selective granting of trading licenses to European traders while denying the same to the Africans
created discontent
• The attainment of independence by Indian and Pakistan in 1947 encouraged the Ghanaians to demand for
their right to govern themselves.
• The United Nations Charter declaration of the importance of political independence for all people inspired
the Africans.
CRE FORM THREE
END OF TERM TWO
1. List five poetic books in the Bible (5MKS)
• Job
• Psalms
• Proverbs
• Ecclesiastes
• The song of Solomon
2. Outline six teachings about human beings from the biblical creation stories. (6MKS)
• Human beings were created in the image of God
• Human beings are co-creators with God
• Human is life God-given
• Human beings are superior to other creations
• Human beings can reason/make decisions//choices
• Human beings are social
• Human beings are blessed
• Human beings have a duty to take care of God’s creation
• Man and woman are equal
• Woman was created out of man’s rib
• Man was created to fellowship with God
3. State six conditions given to Israelites by God for the renewal of the Sinai Covenant. (6MKS)
• Not to worship other gods
• To keep the feast of unleavened bread
• To obey the Sabbath
• To dedicate all their first-born male children and flock to God
• Offer to God the first fruit of their harvest
• To destroy all places of idol worshipping in Israel
• Not to inter-marry or enter into any covenant with Canaanites
4. Identify SIX reasons why kinship system was highly valued in Traditional African societies. (6MKS)
6. Give six lessons that Christians learn from the Magnificat? (6MKS)
• Christians should always appreciate/ thank/ glorify, God for his favours.
• Christians should have faith in God.
• Christians should be humble.
• Christians should rejoice when they are blessed by God
• Christians should obey / respect the will of God.
• Christian should depend on God for provisions
• Christians learn that God raises those who are humble
• Christians learn that God is holy
11. Relate Jesus encounter with his two disciples on their way to Emmaus (6mks)
• Two disciples were travelling to Emmaus, which was 11 kilometer from Jerusalem discussing Jesus
suffering, death and empty tomb.
• Jesus met them but their eyes were blinded and they did not recognize him.
• The disciples explained to Jesus the events that had taken place and how they had hoped that Jesus
would have liberated Israel from Roman rule.
• Jesus explained to them about the scripture concerning the messiah.
• When they got to Emmaus they invited him for dinner.
• When Jesus took bread and said the blessings, he gave it to them.
• They recognized him but he vanished out of their sight.
• They returned to Jerusalem and told the other disciples that Jesus had resurrected.