Seed Planting Techniques for Young Seedlings

Seed Planting Techniques for Young Seedlings

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science, Life Skills

4th - 5th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial demonstrates how to plant small seeds using a tissue paper method. It begins with folding a tissue, spraying water, and spreading seeds on it. The prepared tissue is placed in a pot with pre-watered soil. A thin layer of soil is added over the seeds to ensure they can sprout easily. The video emphasizes maintaining moisture by spraying water and gently pressing the soil. It also suggests scattering seeds for better spacing and highlights the importance of careful watering for young seedlings.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in preparing the tissue for seed planting?

Add a thick layer of soil on the tissue

Fold the tissue in half and spray water

Spread seeds directly on the soil

Label the pot before adding seeds

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to water the soil thoroughly before sowing seeds?

To make the seeds float

To wash away excess seeds

To avoid watering all at once after sowing

To make the soil heavy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be done after placing the tissue with seeds into the pot?

Add a thick layer of soil

Add a thin layer of soil

Water the seeds heavily

Leave the seeds uncovered

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should you avoid adding a thick layer of soil over the seedlings?

It attracts pests

It makes it difficult for seedlings to emerge

It prevents sunlight from reaching the seeds

It causes the seeds to dry out

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a benefit of scattering seeds before sowing them in soil?

It ensures seeds are close together

It helps in better spacing of seedlings

It makes watering easier

It speeds up germination

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended method for watering young seedlings?

Submerging the pot in water

Spraying water gently

Using a watering can

Pouring water directly