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AGRICULTURE AND NUTRITION (Theory)
PAPER 1 TERM 2 ENDTERM 2025
Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
- Write your name and assessment number in the spaces provided above.
- Write the name and code of your school in the spaces provided above.
- Sign and write the date of the assessment in the spaces provided above.
- This paper consists of two sections: A and B.
- Section A comprises Multiple Choice Questions numbered 1 to 30.
- Section B comprises short, structured questions number 31 to 42.
- Answer ALL the questions in section A on the separate ANSWER SHEET provided.
- Answer ALL the questions in section B in the spaces provided in this QUESTION PAPER.
- Do NOT remove any page from this question paper.
- Answer ALL the questions in English.
2025 Grade 9 Exam Term 2 SECTION B Agriculture (40 marks)
Answer ALL the questions in this section.
31.Your class is learning about sustainable farming practices that protect the environment.
(a) Define what is meant by “sustainable agriculture”. (1 mark)
(b) Give two specific practices that a farmer following organic farming principles would use. (2 marks)
32.Farmers use different methods to get new plants growing. Some use seeds, while others use parts of the
parent plant.
(a) Name two methods of propagating plants that involve using parts of the parent plant, such as stems,
leaves, or roots. (2 marks)
(b) What is one significant advantage of using vegetative propagation methods compared to planting
seeds for certain crops? (1 mark)
33.Your school agriculture club is thinking about starting a poultry project.
(a) Name two common breeds of chickens that are primarily raised for their meat. (2 marks)
(b) State one reason why ensuring there is enough fresh air circulating (proper ventilation) is very
important in a chicken house. (1 mark)
34.Successful farmers keep good records of their farming activities.
(a) Name two specific types of records that would be essential for a farmer raising dairy cattle. (2
marks)
(b) What is the primary purpose or benefit of keeping production records (e.g., milk yield, egg
collection)? (1 mark)
35.Farmers use different materials to add nutrients and improve their soil.
(a) Differentiate between materials that are produced from decomposed organic matter (organic
fertilizers) and those that are manufactured chemicals (inorganic fertilizers). (2 marks)
(b) Give two ways in which growing specific crops like legumes and incorporating them into the soil
(green manure) helps to improve soil fertility. (2 marks)
36.Weeds are unwanted plants that grow in farm fields and gardens.
(a) State two negative effects that weeds have on the crops growing in a field. (2 marks)
(b) Outline two methods of controlling weeds that involve using farming practices or manual labour,
rather than chemicals. (2 marks)
37.In areas with low or unpredictable rainfall, farmers need to collect and store water. (a) Name two
specific structures that can be built or created on a farm or compound to collect and store rainwater. (2
marks)
(b) Give two important benefits for a farmer who successfully conserves water on their farm. (2 marks)
38.Your family harvested some fish and wants to preserve it to eat later without refrigeration. Outline two
common food items that are often preserved using the method of smoking. (2 marks)
39.When preparing food, it is important to prevent the spread of germs. State two specific reasons why
food handlers should avoid sneezing or coughing directly over food. (2 marks)
40.You have been asked to plan a balanced lunch meal for a group of teenagers who are very active in
sports.
(a) State two important nutritional needs that are particularly high for growing and active teenagers. (2
marks)
(b) Suggest a balanced meal suitable for their lunch, listing three different food items or dishes that
provide the necessary nutrients. (3 marks)
41.In your Home Science class, you are learning simple textile crafts like knitting. Name two essential tools
specifically used for the craft of knitting. (2 marks)
42.Maintaining cleanliness in different parts of the house is crucial. The bathroom requires regular
cleaning.
(a) Outline two reasons why cleaning a bathroom regularly is particularly important for hygiene and
health. (2 marks)
(b) You find that your kitchen sink is draining very slowly, indicating a blockage. Describe three steps
you would follow to safely attempt to unblock the kitchen sink. (3 marks)
