Test crop production
Test crop production
6. What is the term for crops grown between March and June in some regions?
a) Zaid crops
b) Kharif crops
c) Monsoon crops
d) Perennial crops
1. A farmer noticed that his crops were not growing well despite using fertilizers. What
could be the possible reasons? Suggest solutions.
2. What is the difference between manure and fertilizers in terms of soil health?
3. What are perennials, biennials, and annuals? Give examples.
4. Why is weeding necessary for crop production?
5. What are the different methods of irrigation?
Q1.
a.
Ramesh visits his ancestral village and sees farmers using wooden ploughs pulled by
bullocks, like in the image. He wonders why tractors are not being used instead. Can you
explain one advantage and one disadvantage of using traditional ploughs over modern
machines?
b.
Name the agricultural practice shown in the image. Why is it important before sowing seeds?
Q2.
a.
A school project team is studying methods of sowing seeds. They observe the process
shown in the image. How does this method benefit farmers in terms of efficiency and seed
usage?
b.
What is the machine shown in the image called? Mention any one advantage of using it.
Q3.
a.
A farmer in Rajasthan, where water is scarce, plans to irrigate his fields. He sees the setup
in the image being used in a nearby village. Is this method suitable for his region? Give
reasons.
b.
Name the irrigation method shown. How does it help in saving water?
Q4.
a.
After a bumper harvest, a farmer wants to store his grains safely. He visits a government
facility that uses structures like the one in the image. Why is such storage important after
harvesting?
b.
What are these storage structures called? Mention one benefit of using them.
Q5.
a.
Seema observed some unwanted plants growing in her uncle's field, like in the image. He
told her they compete with crops. What are these plants called, and how do they affect crop
yield?
b.
What is the tool shown in the image used for?