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WorksheetsSECOND PERIODICAL TEST: Technology and Livelihood Education 7
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Directions: Read each question carefully and choose the best answer from the given choices. Anika is a farmer who has dedicated her life to understanding the land and its resources. Which of the following BEST defines agriculture in the context of Anika's work?
The study of plants only
The practice of selling agricultural products
The process of importing and exporting crops
The science, art, or practice of soil cultivation, crop production, and livestock raising
Elijah is considering starting a business in the agricultural sector. He wants to understand what agribusiness entails. Agribusiness is BEST described as:
Buying farm tools for personal use
A sector focusing on marketing only
Selling farm products at the local market only
Economic activities that involve production, processing, and distribution of farm goods
While preparing her garden, Grace needed to dig holes and remove stones from the soil. Which agricultural tool should she use?
Crowbar
Hand tractor
Rake
Shovel
While preparing her garden, Aria needed a tool that could help her remove trash, dig soil, transfer soil, and mix soil media. What digging tool should she use?
Axe
Crowbar
Hammer
Shovel
While preparing her garden, Anika needs to loosen the soil around her plants and apply some compost. Which tool should she use?
Crowbar
Hammer
Hand trowel
Rake
While preparing her garden for the summer, Hannah needed to clear out some overgrown weeds and cut down a few bamboo poles for her trellis. What agricultural tool is commonly used for these tasks?
Axe
Bolo
Scythe
Shovel
During the harvest season, Priya is in the fields looking for the right tool to help her gather the rice and cut the grasses for her animals' feed. Which tool should she choose?
Meter stick
Scythe
Shovel
Sprinkler
Emma is preparing her field for planting and needs to use equipment to pull a plow and harrow. What equipment should she use?
Crowbar
Hand tractor
Seed tray
Water pump
Arjun is preparing his garden for planting flowers. He needs to clean the ground and level the topsoil to ensure a good start for his plants. Which tool should he use?
Crowbar
Hammer
Rake
Shovel
Liam is a farmer who needs to irrigate his field. He has several pieces of equipment at his disposal. Which equipment should he use to draw water from the source to irrigate the field?
Plow
Seed tray
Sprinkler
Water pump
After plowing his field, David needs to prepare the soil for planting. Which farm implement should he use to pulverize the soil?
Axe
Harrow
Scythe
Sprinkler
While Evelyn is spraying pesticides in the field, the wind starts to blow strongly toward a nearby river. What should she do?
Ask another person to spray instead.
Spray in the opposite direction of the wind.
Stop spraying to prevent contamination of the water.
Continue spraying since the crops still need treatment.
While harvesting in the intense heat, you observe your friend Noah suffering from heat stroke. What should be done right away?
Let him rest and give him food.
Pour hot water to shock the body.
Continue working and let him recover on his own.
Move him to a cooler place, loosen clothing, and apply cold compress.
A farmer named David stores pesticides together with sacks of rice in the same room. After a few weeks, the rice developed a foul odor. What type of hazard caused this problem?
Biological hazard
Chemical hazard
Ergonomic hazard
Physical hazard
Two farmers, Luna and Avery, sprayed pesticides: Luna wore complete PPE (gloves, mask, long sleeves). Avery wore shorts and no protective gear. After spraying, Avery experienced skin irritation and dizziness. Based on analysis, what safety principle explains the difference in their conditions?
PPE increases crop productivity
Avery worked longer than Luna.
Luna sprayed fewer chemicals than Avery.
Proper PPE reduces the risks of chemical exposure.
Charlotte, a farmer, collected eggshells, dried leaves, and rotten vegetables. Which farm waste process should she apply to turn these into natural fertilizer?
Basket composting
Chemical spraying
Incineration
Landfilling
During foliar fertilizer fermentation, Samuel and James conducted an experiment. Samuel used the correct 1:1 ratio of fruits and sugar, while James doubled the sugar amount. What is the likely difference in their outputs?
Both mixtures will have the same quality.
James's mixture with more sugar will produce healthier fertilizer.
James's mixture with more sugar will ferment faster without spoilage.
Samuel's correct ratio will result in proper fermentation, while excess sugar in James's mixture may spoil it.
Zoe is layering soil and organic waste inside her compost container. What should she do after reaching the top?
Cover the pile with plastic.
Water the pile and let it decompose.
Mix it with non-biodegradable waste.
Leave it exposed under direct sunlight.
Grace is making fermented foliar fertilizer in her garden. She knows it's important to label the date on the container. Why should she do this?
To prevent insects from entering.
To remind you to add more sugar.
To check ownership of the container.
To know when the mixture is ready after 7 days.
Isla and her friends decided to experiment with fermenting bananas and apples using sugar. However, they forgot to properly seal the container. After a week, they discovered that the mixture had spoiled due to attracting insects. Which process error led to the problem?
Not slicing the fruits thinly.
Using the wrong type of sugar.
Improper sealing of the container.
Using too much fruit in the mixture.
A student prepared foliar fertilizer but used a 2:1 ratio of sugar to fruit instead of 1:1. What is the possible effect of this error?
No difference will occur in the fermentation.
The plants will grow faster because of more sugar.
The fertilizer will become more concentrated and effective.
The fermentation process may be affected, causing spoilage.
Which chicken breed is also known as Livorno and is a good layer of white eggs?
Leghorn
Plymouth Rock
Rhode Island Red
Sussex
Why is the Khaki Campbell duck considered profitable for farmers?
It lays up to 300 eggs per year
It requires less food and water
It grows faster than other ducks
It is heavier and produces more meat
A farmer wants a duck breed that can be sold in just 2–3 months because of its high-quality meat. Which breed should he choose?
Khaki Campbell
Muscovy duck
Native duck
Peking duck
Which quail breed is most likely suited for the wild because it is usually found in forests and meadows?
Black-breasted
Japanese Taiwan
Native
Silver
A farmer has two options: raise Australorp chickens or Cornish chickens. If his goal is egg production, which should he choose and why?
Cornish, because it matures faster
Cornish, because it lays more eggs per year
Australorp, because it has a heavier body weight
Australorp, because it can lay over 300 eggs annually
The Sussex chicken is considered a dual-purpose breed. What does “dual-purpose” mean?
Raised for both eggs and meat
Produces both white and brown eggs
Can survive in both land and water
Can be kept as a pet or for exhibition
Which poultry animal is known for having a comb and wattles on its head?
Chicken
Duck
Goose
Quail
The Muscovy duck, also called “bibe,” is known for its:
High quality meat
High egg production
Camouflaged plumage
Black and white feather patches
Which of the following best differentiates ducks from chickens and quails in terms of feet structure?
Ducks have longer legs than chickens and quails.
Ducks have webbed feet for swimming, while chickens and quails do not.
Ducks have featherless feet, while chickens and quails have feathered feet.
Ducks have sharp claws for digging, while chickens and quails have flat feet.
Mia is a farmer who wants to raise a chicken breed primarily for meat due to its hefty build. Which breed should she choose?
Ancona
Cornish
Leghorn
Sussex
During a local poultry show, a judge is analyzing the plumage characteristics of various birds. Which is the correct match for the birds being evaluated?
Sussex – featherless body; Native Duck – no wings; Australorp – patchy red feathers.
Silver Quail – maroon feathers; Leghorn – black patches; Khaki Campbell – long feathered legs.
Brahma – white all over with black eyes; Plymouth Rock – erect neck; Rhode Island Red – white body with black tail.
Tuxedo Quail – black and white patches; Cochin Chicken – excessive plumage covering legs; Ancona – rustic and lively.
Elijah, a farmer, wants to start dairy farming in a cool climate. Which cattle breed should he choose for the highest milk production?
Black Angus
Freisian
Hereford
Jersey
A backyard raiser named David is looking for a swine breed that is easy to raise, produces lean meat, and adapts well to different environments. Which is the best choice?
American Yorkshire
Duroc Jersey
Hampshire
Poland China
In a local dairy farm, Evelyn is comparing two types of cattle: Jersey and Freisian. She wants to understand their differences to make an informed decision about which breed to raise.
Both are beef cattle but differ in horn shape.
Both have the same milk quality but Jersey is larger in size.
Freisian produces higher milk volume but Jersey has richer fat content.
Jersey produces more milk volume but with lower fat content than Freisian.
In a local farm, David is studying different swine breeds to determine which ones are known for their mothering ability. He comes across several breeds and needs to identify which ones belong to the group of good mothers.
Duroc Jersey and Hampshire
Berkshire and Wild Boar Large
Large White and Chester White
Poland China and Middle White
Elijah, a farmer, notices that his chickens are often sick due to exposure to rain and intense winds. What should he improve on his farm?
Dropping board
Feeding trough
Housing system
Waterer
James, a poultry raiser, wants to minimize egg breakage and make egg collection easier on his commercial farm. Which housing system is most suitable?
Battery or cage system
Folding units housing
Free-range housing
Semi-intensive housing
Isla, a hog raiser, wants to improve the comfort of her pigs during hot weather. What equipment should she add?
Brooder
Feeding trough
Hog wallow
Portable loading chute
Elijah, a farmer, wants to reduce feed wastage when giving food to his goats. Which equipment should he prioritize?
Cage system
Drinking trough
Feeding trough
Waterer
Abigail, a farmer raising layer chickens, wants to follow PNS standards. What is the maximum indoor stocking density allowed?
6 birds/m²
10 birds/m²
15 birds/m²
20 birds/m²
Ethan, a dedicated swine farmer, wants to practice creep feeding piglets at 2 weeks old. What is the main purpose of this practice?
Help pigs gain more fat quickly
Reduce the cost of piglet rearing
Increase the milk production of sows
Provide supplemental concentrate feed to young piglets
A dairy farmer named Daniel wants to minimize feed cost. What should he consider when computing the nutrient requirement of his dairy cows?
Source of water and pasture
Quantity of manure produced
Age and sex of the animal only
Maintenance and milk production needs
Samuel, a backyard farmer, is considering different housing options for his chickens. He is particularly interested in understanding why deep litter housing might be more suitable for his setup compared to battery cages. What analysis best explains this?
Deep litter is less sanitary than battery cages in all situations.
Battery cages allow birds to forage naturally, unlike deep litter systems.
Battery cages are cheaper to construct, while deep litter requires more equipment.
Deep litter housing reduces capital cost and provides comfort, while battery cages require higher investment but allow easy egg collection.
In a farm management meeting, the team is discussing the best feeding practices for their livestock. Which statement reflects the correct feeding management for their animals?
Poultry and swine both require rotational grazing.
Both pigs and cattle are ruminants, so they digest feeds the same way.
Pigs require high crude protein diets in finishing stage, while cattle need more fat
Cattle diets rely heavily on roughage, while pigs rely on concentrates and protein-rich feeds.
In a rural community, a farmer is planning to set up different types of housing for his animals based on their specific needs. He is considering various classifications for the housing requirements of his livestock. Which classification is correct according to housing requirements?
Shed type – swine fattening; Confined housing – ducks for egg laying
Confined housing – goats in open pasture; Shed type – pigs in farrowing pens.
Shed type housing – cattle move freely; Pen-barn type – animals confined in stalls
Pen-barn type – best for free-range poultry; Confined housing – suitable for egg-laying hens.
Emma runs a sustainable farm where she raises chickens and cows. She often wonders about the best way to utilize all parts of the animals she raises. One day, she learns about the importance of not wasting animal byproducts such as blood, bones, and feathers. Which judgment best explains why these byproducts should not be wasted?
They are only useful in food production.
They are dangerous and cannot be handled safely.
They are useless materials that should only be discarded.
They have potential value for fertilizers, feeds, and other industries.
Abigail, a farmer, disposes of animal manure in open fields without treatment. Which evaluation of this practice is most accurate?
It ensures proper waste utilization.
It reduces farm labor requirements.
It improves soil fertility immediately.
It can cause pollution and health risks, violating RA 9003.
In a small farming community, the local farmers are discussing ways to improve their livestock farming practices. They are considering various methods to manage waste effectively. Among the following farm practices, which should be prioritized to promote sustainable livestock farming?
Dumping waste into rivers to save space.
Burning poultry feathers to reduce waste volume
Storing waste indefinitely to avoid immediate labor.
Applying proper waste treatment and composting before disposal.
In a rural community, a livestock farm owned by Henry is facing challenges with solid waste management. As he learns about the requirements of RA 9003, he realizes the importance of proper waste disposal. Which evaluation best explains the importance of solid waste management under RA 9003 in livestock farms?
It increases expenses without benefits.
It increases expenses without benefits.
It is optional and only for commercial farms.
It prevents pollution, promotes recycling, and ensures community health.
