SECOND SUMMATIVE TEST IN TLE – Agricultural Crop Production 7

First Quarter
(WRITTEN WORK)

Competencies:
Name: Gr. & Section: Score: / 20
Layout garden plots* TLE_AFA C9-12ID- 0f-g-6
Apply Safety Measures in Farm Operations*TLE_AFAC9-12OS-0h-i7E-AFAC9

General Directions: Read each item carefully. Choose only the letter of the best answer and write it before
the number.

Yam is a small farm owner and knows that to plan the layout of the farm and all the activities is very
important in a way that it will help her minimize the problems that might occur in the farm and between crops
on the farm. Below is a sample drawing of a farm layout. Help Yam in interpreting it by answering the
questions that follow.
Legend: O Plant

1. What is the area of Yam’s farm?

A. 42 m2 B. 42 m C. 13 m2 D. 13 m
2. Yam decided to extend the area of her farm. She’s planning
to add another 3 rows (plots) to make it 9. How many plants will
there be in the area?
A. 5 plants C. 15 plants
B. 45 plants D. 9 plants
3. What is the new area of Yam’s farm if she extended it and
added 3 rows?
A. 16 m2 B. 16 m C. 60 m2 D. 60 m
4. How many rows (plot) are needed if Yam will produce 85 plants in the area?
A. 15 rows B. 16 rows C. 17 rows D. 18 rows
5. Yam is planning to plant corn in her farm next year. What agricultural practice Yam will be utilizing?
A. intercropping B. multi cropping C. sequential cropping D. sole cropping
6. This year Yam is planning to plant tomatoes as main crop and will plant cauliflower within the rows of the
main crop. What agricultural practice she will be utilizing this time?
A. intercropping B. sole cropping C. sequential cropping D. multi cropping
7. What do you call the branch of agriculture that deals with growing of crops to use as food and fiber?
A. Agronomy C. Agricultural Economics
B. Agriculture Engineering D. Crop Production

Yassi is an inexperienced newcomer in the field of farming. She’s trying to gain knowledge and skills
about the different systems of planting arrangement and types of irrigation. Let us assume that you are going
to help Yassi identify the following illustrations. Choices are provided inside the box.

A. Drip Irrigation B. Sprinkler Irrigation C. Furrow Irrigation D. Border Irrigation

8. 9. 10.
 A. Square System C. Contour System
B. Quincunx or Diagonal System D. Rectangular System

11. 12. 13.

14. Which of the following planting arrangements would you suggest to be used by Yassi that would allow
inter-cultural operations and plants could get proper space and sunlight?
A. Contour System C. Horizontal System
B. Hexagonal System D. Quincunx or Diagonal System
15. The following are advantages of drip or trickle irrigation, EXCEPT;
A. Weeds are controlled, because only the places getting water can grow weeds.
B. Water is conserved.
C. There is a low pressure system.
D. This system is ideal in areas where water is inadequate.
16. Which of the following is the main function of farm irrigation systems?
A. It provides a step by step information on system installation.
B. It provides a record for future reference.
C. It can be used for overall farm planning.
D. It diverts water from the water source.
17. Which of the following is NOT an essential feature of a plan?
A. System of Planting Arrangement C. Soil and Crop Characteristics
B. Topographic Data D. Design Data

18. Applying safety measures in farm operations can reduce risks of hazards. Read the following statements
below and analyze what is being asked.
I. Know first aid procedures.
II. Keep a list of all hazardous substances used on the farm.
III. Check the work area for hazards
Are all statements above correct?
A. No, only statement 1 is correct. C. Yes, all of the statements are correct.
B. No, both statements 1 and III are correct D. No, all statements are incorrect.

19. Which of the following is a good practice when spraying chemicals?

A. Never allow other people in the farm when spraying chemical.
B. Spray chemicals only in daytime.
C. Spray chemicals on days when there is a high wind.
D. Use personal protective equipment such as respirators, waterproof clothes, rubber gloves, and
waterproof footwear.
20. Farm equipment are machineries used in land preparation. Which of the following is NOT a good practice
when using tractors?
A. Tractors can be used to transport farm workers.
B. Discuss with family members and farm workers the potential risks of riding tractor.
C. It's also helpful to post 'no riders' decals on all tractors to remind others about the policy.
D. Use or provide other vehicles that allow passengers, such as trucks or cars, when transportation
is needed to fields or remote work sites.