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INTRODUCTION TO AGRICULTURE
1. Define agriculture.
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2. State two economic importance of growing maize.
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3. State two ways in which agriculture can improve the economy of the country.
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4. Discuss any two contributions of goats in the society.
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5. State two ways in which agriculture can benefit the society.
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6. Explain how agriculture benefits from accounting, mathematics, physics, chemistry,
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The diagram below shows an agricultural activity. Use it to answer question
7 (a – c).

7. (a) Name the type of farming shown in the diagram above.

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(b) Which branch of agriculture does the farmer in the diagram above consult for
repairing his plough?
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(c) Which branch of agriculture does the farmer in the diagram above consult when
his oxen are diseased?
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8. State three effects of HIV and AIDS on agricultural activity.
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9. Explain three factors which limit food production in Botswana.
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10. State three programmes the government is currently engaged in to improve food
production in Botswana.
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The graph below shows rainfall amounts for regions P,Q ,R and S which
consist of clay soils. Use it to answer question 11

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RAINFALL /MONTH (MM)

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11. a). State two problems that an arable farmer is likely to face in regions P and S
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b). Name two management practices that can improve crop production in region Q
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12. State two environmentally friendly methods of controlling crop pests.
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The diagram below shows devices used in agriculture. Use it to answer

question 13 (a – b).
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A B

13.(a) Name the devices A and B

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(b) State two ways in which the device in A can be kept safely when not in use.
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c) state how a rake which is not in use should be placed while in the garden.
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14. List three agricultural produce that Botswana imports from other countries.
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15. Differentiate between food self-sufficiency and food security.

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Use the statement below to answer question 16 (a - d).
Tebogo has just completed her form five and wants to be an agriculture
teacher.

16. (a) Which agricultural institution can Tebogo enroll in?

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(b) List three science related subjects she should pass in order to secure a space at
the named institution.
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(c) Which institution offer training in ranch management?
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(d) State one agriculture related career which requires the subject stated at (b).
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17. Discuss three ways in which agricultural activities negatively affects the
environment.
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18. Distinguish between commercial and subsistence farming.
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19. Outline any three problems which can be faced by commercial farmers in
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Use the statement below to answer question 20 (a – b)

The Agriculture sector has experienced a steady decline in its contribution

to GDP over past 42 years. From a 42.7%share in GDP at independence in
1966, agriculture has fallen to 1.9% as at 2008 ( Ministry of Finance and
Development Planning, 2010).

20. (a) Outline any two factors contributing to the decline in contribution of the
agriculture in Botswana’s GDP.
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(b) State two strategies that can be employed by subsistence farmers to improve
food production in Botswana.
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(c) State two economic benefits of agriculture in Botswana.
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(d) State the branch of Agriculture that deals with export and imports of agriculture
produce.
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(e) Name any two careers related to the branch of agriculture stated in (d) above.

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The diagram below shows a negative impact of HIV/AIDS on agricultural productivity. Use it to
answer question 21.

21. (a) Describe how the situation on the diagram above affects agricultural productivity.
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(b) State two other negative impacts of HIV/AIDS on agricultural productivity related to manpower
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The diagram below shows a man hand milking a cow. Use it to answer
question 22 (a – b).
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22. (a) What type of farming is illustrated in the diagram above?

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(b) State two problems likely to be faced by the type of farming stated in (a)
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The diagram below shows devices used in agriculture. Use it to answer

question 23 (a – c).

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23. (a) Which of the following is an implement?
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(b) Describe how one can improve durability of the device A.
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(c) Name the device B.
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(d) How does mechanization affect underground water?
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The diagram below shows a farming system.use it to answer question 24.

24. Explain how the farming system shown can negatively affect the environment.

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The diagram below shows an environmental effect caused by an agricultural

activity. Use it to answer question 26.
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26. (a) Describe the environmental effect illustrated in the diagram above.
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(b) State the possible solution for the effect stated in (a) above.
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SOIL FERTILITY( fertilizers/soil pH)

Mrs. Katse has been allocated a field measuring 10ha to grow maize. The
field has never been used before. The local Agricultural Demonstrator
advised her to determine the fertility of the soil before planting.

27. (a) Give two reasons Mrs. Katse should check the fertility of the soil before
planting.
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(b) State two ways in which Mrs. Katse can determine the fertility of her field
before planting.
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(c) Calculate the amount of kraal manure she may apply to her field if the
application rate is 50kg/ha. (Use the space below for your answer)
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28. State two disadvantages of adding inorganic fertilizers to the soil.

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29. (a) Which element is lacking in a plant showing yellowing of leaves?
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(b) What could be another reason for yellowing of leaves in a plant?
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The diagram below shows a fertiliser applicator used during crop
production.Use it to answer question 30 .

30. a). Name the stage at which this equipment is used.

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b). Give two reasons for applying fertilizers at the stage mentioned at 30 (a)
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c). Name two tractor drawn implements that would require to complete the task
of the fertilizer application.
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Use the picture of farm tool shown below to answer question 31’
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31. a). which of the tools P,Q,R, or S is used for pruning fruit trees?
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b). Describe how the tool selected in 31 (a) is used to prune fruit trees.
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c). Explain farm mechanization.
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d). Describe one way in which farm mechanization can cause harm to the
environment.
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e). Suggest two alternative practices that can reduce the harmful effects of
mechanization mentioned in (d)
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The diagram below is a pH scale. Use it to answer question 32.

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32. (a) In a pH scale above, which number indicates an extremely alkaline
substance?
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(b) Which pH level is represented by the number seven (7)?
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(c) State two methods of testing soil pH.
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d) Explain how soil pH can be determined.

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e) Describe any farm process that can alter soil pH.

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f) Suggest two ways of regulating soil pH.

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g) Suggest two ways of correcting the soil pH of 10 to make it suitable for
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h) Name any vegetable crop that can be grown in a soil with a pH value of 5.5

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Use the statement below to answer question 33.

Mosa tested a soil sample from her plot. She used red and blue litmus
papers. The papers did not change their colour.

33. (a) In a pH scale, which number indicates the pH of Mosa’s soil sample?
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(b) Name the other two methods of determining soil pH.
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(c) State two ways Mosa can do to raise the pH of the soil in her plot.
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FORESTRY/CROP PRODUCTION

The diagram below shows a procedure being carried out on five tree seeds.
Use it to answer question 34.(a-b)

a). Give a reason for carrying out the procedure.

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b). Calculate the germination percentage if four of the five seeds emerged after
planting.

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Use the information below to answer question 35.

Students were given two tins with bean seeds labelled A and B. Seeds in tin A were
dusted with a pink chemicals and those in tin B were not treated
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34. a) State two precautions that students should take into considerations when
handling seeds in tin A.
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The statement below describes a method of crop production. Use it to answer

question 36.

A farmer has grown cowpeas, sorghum and sunflower in his field using
broadcasting method.

(a) Name the cropping system described in the statement above.

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b) State one reason for dusting the seeds with the chemical substance.
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(b) Explain how the system named in (a) above can improve soil fertility.
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(c) State two disadvantages of the cropping system named in (a) above.
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(d) Use the listed crops grown by the farmer to design a four year crop rotational
plan. Include a time when part of the land is left unused.

(d) State at least two principles of crop rotation.

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The diagram below shows a woman planting seedlings. Use it to answer
question 37.

37. (a) Name the method of sowing illustrated above.

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(b) State two advantages of using the method named in (a) above.
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The diagram shows some vegetable seedlings growing in a seed bed. Use it
to answer question 38 (c-d)

c). Describe the management practice that should be carried in order to improve
growth of the seedlings.
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d). At what stage of growth should transplanting of these seedlings be carried out.
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39. Calculate the planting depth of maize seedlings of diameter 0.2mm. (show
your working)
Working

The diagram below shows a man applying pesticide in a field. Use it to

answer question 40.

Answer: (2)

40. (a) Outline two effects of carrying the management practice above on the
environment.
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(b) State two alternative ways of controlling pests which are environmentally
friendly?
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(c) Give two reasons for thinning seedlings.
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Use the information below to answer question 41 (a-b)

Mr Stanely grows field crops on a 10 hectare piece of land .He buys

fertilizer that comes with the following application instructions:

a) How much fertiliser will Mr Stanely need for his crops?Show your working.

Crop Time of application Application rate

Spinach Basal application 125g/m2
Cabbage
Kale Top dressing 75g/m2

Maize Top dressing 50 kg/ha

sorghum
Lemons Top dressing 10kg/ha
Oranges
peaches

b) Describe an environmental friendly method which a farmer can use to control

birds that eat the seeds of his crop.
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c) State two factors that influence the size of planting hole for growing tree
seedlings.
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d) Describe how fruit trees in an orchard are irrigated.
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Use the information and the chart below to answer question 42(a-b)

Mary conducted an experiment in which she planted tomato seeds in five

plots ,L,M,N,O and P.She applied the same amount of fertiliser to all
plots, but varied the amount of water applied.Ten days after seedlings
emerged, she recorded the heights of the different seedlings as indicated
on the chart below

42 a) What is Marry trying to find out with the experiment?

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b) Seedlings normally take 10 days to grow to a height of at least 20 cm.Suggest the

minimum amount of water required per day for seedlings.ANS: 48 cm3 mimimum
amount of water required.

c) State three ways in which water helps plants to grow.

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The diagram below shows a river flowing downstream.Near the river , there
is a farm and a fertiliser manufacturing factory.Use it to answer question 43.
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43 a). Describe three ways in which the water from the river is likely to become unsafe
for domestic use.

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b). State how water from the river can be made safe for domestic use.

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The diagram below shows a type of agro-forestry.Use it to answer question
44(a-c)

a). Name the type of agro-forestry shown.

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b). State three disadvantages of practising this type of agro-forestry.

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c). State three ways in which woodlots are economically important.

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The diagram below shows a field crop. Use it to answer question 45.

45. (a) Name the class of the crop above.

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(b) Name at least one variety of the crop in the diagram above.
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(c) List two storage pests of field crops.
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d) Name a field crop
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e) List any three varieties of the field crop you have named in (d)
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f) Describe one method of harvesting the field crop named in (d)
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The diagram below shows two pests of field crops. Use it to answer question
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46. (a) Name the pests above.

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(b) Which pest in (a) above is a storage pest?
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(c) State two methods of pest control which is environmentally friendly.
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47. State how a digging fork which is not in use can be stored safely in the tool
shed.
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48. State two reasons for applying fertilizer before planting.
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The diagram below shows a management practice used in vegetable

production. Use it to answer question 49 (a) and (b)
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49. (a) Name the management shown above.
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(b) State the two benefits of using the management practice above.
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50. Describe the importance of mathematics in agronomy.
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Use the information in the textbox below to answer question 51.

A farmer observed yellowing of leaves of maize in his field. He was

recommended to apply Limestone Ammonium Nitrate (LAN) at a rate of 50kg/ha.

51. (a) Which nutrient was deficient on the Maize crops?

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crops?
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(c) Suggest and describe any method of fertilizer application he can use to apply the
LAN.
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(d) Calculate the amount of LAN the farmer has to apply for his 20ha field

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Use the picture below to answer question 52

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52. (a) Name the management practice being done.
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(b) State any TWO reasons why the management practice is carried out.

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(c) Differentiate between primary and secondary tillage.

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(d)Name any TWO secondary tillage implements.

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53. A seed has a diameter of 5mm, estimate its planting depth.

The diagram below shows a field crop damaged by wind. Use it to answer
question 54.

A B

55. Complete the diagram in B by illustrating any way of protecting the crops from
the wind.
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Study the TWO pictures below and use them to answer 56.
A B

56. (a) which student is using the correct method of watering young seedlings? Give
reasons for your answer
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The diagram below shows a man spraying crops with a pesticide. Use it to
answer question 57 (a).

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flow

57. (a) State three safety precautions the man did not observe when applying
pesticide.
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58. State any preventative measure against aphosphorosis.
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59. Describe the following;
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60. Give two examples of a supplementary feed found in Botswana.
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61. State the main function of each of the following nutrients in animal nutrition.
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Use the picture below to answer question 62.

62. (a) Name the condition which the animal shown is suffering from
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(c) Briefly describe how the condition can be prevented.
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(d) What is a nutritional disease?
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(e) Differentiate between concentrates and roughages.
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Use the information below to answer question 63.

Xukuri planted 250 seeds of Marula and only 125 seeds germinated.

63. (a) State two reasons why some seed did not germinate.
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(b) Calculate the percentage germination of the seeds sown. (show your
working)
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(c) State any two reasons why some of the seeds failed to germinate.
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Gomolemo collected and planted 110 seeds from each 3 different areas of a
mogonono tree. The bar chart below shows the number of germinated seeds
collected from these different areas of a tree. Use it to answer question 64
and 65.
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64. What will be the percentage germination of the seeds collected at the lower
branches? Show your working.

65. State two reasons why is it NOT advisable to pick seeds which have been lying
on the ground?
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CHICKEN PRODUCTION

The diagram below shows a structure of the reproductive system of a hen.

Use it to answer question 66.

67. (a) Name the parts A and C

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(c) Name the two parts of a chicken egg which can be found in the infundibulum.
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68. (a) State the essential nutrient required during shell formation.
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69. Which feeds will be suitable for layers at 18 weeks?
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70. Give one example of a method of heating a brooding unit.
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71. State two advantages of the method of heating a brooding unit stated above.
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The diagram below shows one of the equipment used in chicken farming.Use
it to answer question 72(a-c)

72. a). Name the equipment shown.

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b).Explain how the equipment shown can benefit a chicken farmer.
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c). Describe any three management activities which should be carried out during
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e) List three problems faced by chicken producers in Botswana

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The diagram below shows a woman feeding chickens. Use it to answer question
73.

73. Describe the system of raising chickens illustrated above.

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74. Which chicken feeds are suitable for layers at 14 weeks old?
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75. Draw a structure of a chicken egg and label the following parts: air space and
chalaza.

The textbox below contains some of the records kept in a chicken production
enterprise. Use it to answer question 76.

Mortality, salary, eggs collected, sales of eggs

76. (a) Classify the records above into production and financial records.
Production records Financial records
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The diagram below shows a structure of a poultry house. Use it to answer

questions 77 and 78.

77. Name the type of system of raising chicken which the structure above can be
used.
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78. Why should the floor of the structure above made of concrete?
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79. State two characteristics of a good broiler.
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80. Define the following terms
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The diagram below shows a longitudinal section of a chicken egg. Use it to

answer question 81 (a – e)

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81. (a) What is the name of the part labeled A?

(b)State the function of an egg shell
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(c) What is the name of the part labeled C if the egg is not fertilized?
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(d) Where in the reproductive tract of a hen is the part labeled B produced?
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(e) State the incubation period of a chicken egg.
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The following diagrams shows management practices carried out when
raising chickens. Use it to answer question 82 (a-c).

A B

82. (a) State the management practice in B.

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(b) Describe two benefits of the management practice in A.
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(c) State any tool used to perform the management practice in B.
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FORESTRY AND FRUIT TREE PRODUCTION
83. a). State the two propagating methods of fruit trees in which a seedling is
developed in a rootstock of a parent tree.
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b). state two ways in which young trees can be protected from high
temperatures.
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The diagram below shows a process of propagating fruit trees. Use it to
answer question 84 (c-d)

c). What is the suitable time of the year for propagating fruit trees using the
process shown ?..............................................................................................
d).Give a reason for your answer in (c)
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The diagram below shows a method of propagation. Use it to answer
question 85 (a-b)

a). Name the method shown

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b). Describe how the method of propagation named in (a) is carried out.
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86. Discuss two factors considered when marketing fruit trees.
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87. State two materials required for the establishment of an orchard.
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88. Name any two indigenous fruit trees.
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The diagram below shows a method of fruit tree propagation. Use it answer
question 89.

89. (a) Name the method of fruit tree propagation stated above
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(b) On the diagram indicate with a straight line an area where the new tree will be
separated from the parent tree.
90. Differentiate the following;
(a) Indigenous and exotic fruit trees
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(b) Sexual and asexual propagation of fruit trees
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91. Give four importance of fruit trees in Botswana
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The diagram below shows a method of propagating fruit trees asexually. Use
it to answer question 92 (a- b)

92. (a) Name the propagation method shown in the diagram above.
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(b) State one example of fruit tree which can be propagated using the method
above……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
93. State one advantage of usage of mechanization during harvesting of fruits.
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(c) State the propagation method suitable for banana tree.
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VEGETABLE PRODUCTION

The bar graph shows the different vegetables planted in a particular village.

Use it to answer question 94.

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94. (a) How many fruit vegetables plants were sown?
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(b) Name any two vegetables from the graph and state how they would benefit from
each other

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(d) State the nutrient that is required for the growing of rape.
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(e) State the importance of the nutrient named in (c) (i)
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95. Discuss three government strategies aimed at improving vegetable production in
Botswana.

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96. Draw a sunken plot.

97. State three importance of vegetables in Botswana.

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98. Discuss the supply and demand of vegetables in Botswana.
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The diagram below shows a structure used in vegetable production.Use
it to answer question 99 (a-b)

99 a). At what level of vegetable production is the structure used?

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b). Explain two factors that can limit production of vegetables using the structure
in the diagram above.
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The diagram below shows a vegetable crop. Use it to answer question 100.

99. (a) Name the class of the vegetable shown above.

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(c) State one pest affecting the vegetable crop above.
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FARM MANAGEMENT
100. Why is it important to conduct market research when the sales are going
down?.....................................................................................................................
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101. Give three ways in which ICT can be used to promote trade in the
agriculture
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Use the information below to answer question 102.

Mrs Setshwano plans to start a poultry enterprise to supplement her income.She

does some research and determines the following costs of inputs and prices of
outputs for both enterprises

item Cost/ price(P)

50 X layers mash (50kg bag) 6250.00
25x starter mash (50kg bag) 2750.00
5x finisher mash 50kg bag 600.00
100 day old chicks 200.00
50 point of lay pullets 1500.00
200 dozen eggs 3000.00
95 broiler chickens(dressed) 4275.00
45 layer chickens(dressed) 1290.00

102. Prepare a budget for broiler production.

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The table below shows the change in supply and demand of chickens in
Gaborone between January and April 2014.Use it to answer question 103 (a)

Months Number of Number of Demand

chickens supplied chickens imported
by local producers
January 2000 8000 10 000
February 4000 6000 10 000
March 7000 5000 12 000
April 15000 3000 18 000

a) Explain the change in the number of chickens imported in four months period.
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b) Name two components of the marketing mix
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c) Explain the importance of understanding the four marketing mix components.
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d) Give three reasons why a market research should be conducted.
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Use the drawing of an organizational structure of an agribusiness below to answer question 104.

104. (a) What would be the position at A?...............................................................................

(b) What type of farming is the agribusiness practicing?........................................................

105. State three functions of management in an agribusiness.
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106. One of the disadvantages of sole proprietorship is unlimited liability. Elaborate more on
unlimited liability of a
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107. State three other disadvantages of a sole proprietorship business.
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REPRODUCTION AND BREEDING IN CATTLE

The diagram below shows a mature foetus inside a pregnant cow. Use it to
answer question 108 (a-b)
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a). What is likely to occur to the cow during parturition?

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b). Explain how the condition named in (a) can be managed.
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c). Name the management practices that can be used to stop calves from developing
horns……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
d). List two benefits of carrying out the management practices named in(c)
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e). State four signs of heat in a cow.
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f). State three factors that influence the age at which puberty is attained in cattle
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g).Which breeding method has been practiced when animal labeled 1 is mated with the
labeled 3.?.................................................................................................................
h). Which breeding method has been practiced when animal labeled 1 is mated with
the one labeled 2?.....................................................................................................
i). Animal labeled 3 is likely to be a…………………………………………………………………………
j). State three advantages and disadvantages of artificial insemination.
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k). When preparing semen for use in artificial insemination it is diluted using a mixture
of the following chemicals. Give reasons why each one is used.
i).Nutrient solution………………………………………………………………………………………………….
ii).Antibiotics………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
iii).Dimethylsulphoxide…………………………………………………………………………………………….
109. Draw the female reproductive system of a cow and label the
parts:Ovary,Uterus,Oviduct,Cervix and the Vagina.
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110. Define the following terms:
i).Reproduction…………………………………………………………………………………………….
ii).Oestrus…………………………………………………………………………………………………….
iii).Fertilisation………………………………………………………………………………………………
iv).Gestation…………………………………………………………………………………………………
v).Paturation………………………………………………………………………………………………..
vi).Dystokia………………………………………………………………………………………………….
The diagram below describes the oestrus cycle in cattle. Use it to answer
question 111

111 .On the diagram label with letter X where ovulation takes place.
112.a. Name a branch of Agriculture that deals with the selling of agricultural produce.
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b. State two ways in which farm produce can benefit farmers.
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Use the information and the histogram below to answer question 113.
Lox is employed to work 8 hours per day in a farm.The farm mamnger decided to check
how many hours Lox actually worked each day for the whole month of June .He
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113.a.On which day did Lox work the expected number of hours?
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b. Which is the total number of hours worked by Lox in the farmin June?

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c.(i) What conclusion can be made about Lox’s attitude towards work?
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ii) How can Lox’ attitude towards work affect production in the farm?
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Use the information below to answer question 114.
Botllhe obtained the following results in her form 5 final examinations;pass in English,
credit passes in Mathematics, Chemistry,Physics and Biology.
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115.a. Name a course in Agriculture which Botlhe qualifies to study at tertiary level.
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b. After completing the course named in 115(a), which career can Botlhe follow?
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116. Define arable farming.
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The diagrams below show two families,J and K,having meals.Use the diagrams to
answer question 116 (b)

b. i) Which family is likely to be self sufficient in food production?

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ii)Give a reason for your answer in b(i).
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The diagrams below show a plot used for vegetable production before and
after carrying out a certain management activity on it.Use them to answer
question 117.
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117.a.(i) Name the method of sowing that was used on the vegetable plot
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ii) State one advantage of the method of sowing used on the plot.
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b. Name the management activity that was carried out on the vegetable plot.
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118.a.(i) Name any two fertilizers which farmers can use over many years without
having negative effects on the environment.
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(ii) Give two reassons for your answer in (a)(i).
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b.Describe two ways through which soil pH can be regulated.
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118. Describe fertilization in animals.Use a well labelled diagram to supportyour answer.
Description
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The diagram below show chickens kept under management practices labelled P and Q.
Use them to answer question 119.

119. a.Name the management practices labelled P and Q.

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b. At what age can chickens be kept under managemengt practices Q?
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C. State two advantages that management prsctices P have over management practice
Q.
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The table below shows information on price,demand and supply of beans in a
month.Use it to answr question 120.
Price Quantity demanded Quantity supplied
(pula per bag) (number 0f bags) (number of bags)
100 15 2
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150 12 6
250 9 9
450 6 12
600 3 14

120. a).Draw a fully labelled demand and supply curves on the grid below.

b). What conclusion can be made from the curves?

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SECTION C QUESTIONS
Rabbit production

1. Describe the supply and demand situation of rabbits in Botswana.

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2. State any two breeds of rabbits

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3. Describe the extensive method of raising rabbits

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The diagram below shows a method of handling rabbits. Use it to answer question 2

4. Name the method shown in the diagram above.

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5. What is sexing of rabbits?

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6. Name one system of raising rabbits.

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7. Give two feed suitable for rabbits

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8. Discuss any disease of rabbits under the following subtopics

(a) Name: ………………………………………………………………………………………

(b) Cause:………………………………………………………………………………………

(c) Symptoms: …………………………………………………………………………………

(d) Control/prevention:………………………………………………………………………..

The diagram below is a structure used to house rabbits. Use it to answer

question 7(a-b).
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(a) What are the benefits of keeping rabbits in the structure above?
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(b) State the reason why rabbits should NOT be given large amount of green feeds.
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The diagram below shows a method of handling rabbits. Use it to answer

question 8(a-c).

a. Name the method illustrated on the diagram above.

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b. How can roundworms affect rabbits?
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c. Describe the nutritional value of rabbit meat.
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9. i) List two rabbit products

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ii) How the products listed in (9) (i) marketed?

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b) State two reasons for providing each of the following to rabbit. i) Watering regularly

ii) Good nutrition

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iii) Provision of shelter

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10. a) Describe any three factors to consider when planning a rabbit production
enterprise.
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b) Describe why potato and tomatoes leaves should never be fed to rabbits.

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11) Describe sexing in rabbits with the aid of diagrams.

e) State the gestation period of a doe.

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12.a).Give activities that are necessary when preparing to stock pregnant rabbits.

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b). Describe how you would prepare for the arrival of young rabbits.

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c). Describe how you would handle rabbits when sexing them.
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d).Describe how you would care for rabbits after kindling.

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e).List three sign that rabbits would show when it is on heat.

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f).List any three factors limiting rabbit production in Botswana.

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The diagram below shows a method of rabbit production .Use it to answer

question 13(a-b)

a). Name the rabbit production method shown.

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b). Describe the rabbit production method shown.

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c). What is the use of a board in a rabbit cage.

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d).Describe three effects of parasites on rabbits

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(a) Why is rabbit farming encouraged in Botswana? Give two reasons.

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(b) Describe three effects of parasites on rabbits
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The diagram below shows a method of handling rabbits. Use it to answer question 29
(c).

(c) Describe the method of handling rabbits shown above.

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30. After completing your studies you may want to start a rabbit enterprise, and
you may need to request for financial assistance from CEDA..Prepare a budget for a
rabbit enterprise that you will present to CEDA.
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Budget for a rabbit enterprise

SECTION B QUESTIONS

GOAT PRODUCTION

The diagram below shows a Saanen goat. Use it to answer question 1 (a).

1. (a) Name a principal product of the goat above……………………………………………………

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b). State two internal parasites of goats.

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The diagram below shows a mark on the goat’s ear. Use it to answer
question (C) and (d).

(c) Name the management practice shown above…………………………………………………

(d) State the benefit of carrying out the marking above.
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Use the pictures below to answer question

a). Which of the tools A,B,C,D or E is used for castration?......................................

b). Describe how you would use the tool selected in (a) to castrate a goat.
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The diagram below shows farm animals which have developed some
abnormality.Use it to answer question

a). Which abnormality have the animals developed?...................................................

b). Explain how would correct the abnormality

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c). Name any two diseases of goat.

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d). Describe two ways in which diseases in goats can be prevented.

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e). Describe how goat meat is processed into meat for market.

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f). Describe any method of castrating goats.

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The diagram below shows a method of goat identification. Use it to answer

question (b) and (c).

(b). Name the identification method illustrated above.

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(c)State the disadvantage of using the method above.

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The diagram below shows a method of controlling external parasites of goats.

Use it to answer question (d) and (e).
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(e) Name the method of parasite control illustrated in the diagram above.
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(e)What is the advantage of using the method stated in (d) above.

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(f)State two feeds suitable for goats.

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(g)Name any nutritional disease affecting goats.

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The diagram below shows a tool used in goat production. Use it to answer
question (e) and (f).

(f) Name the management practice which uses the tool shown above.
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(g) State the benefit of carrying out the management practice in (f).
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(h).Describe how the tool is used to carry out its function.

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Use the diagram of a goat below to answer question 2

2. (a) Name the breed of the goat in the diagram above. ………………………………….

(b) What is it raised for?....................................................................

3. Describe any method of goat identification.

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4. Describe any method of controlling external parasites of goats.

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5. Define the following terms:

(a) Deworming:………………………………………………………………………………
(b) Disbudding:……………………………………………………………………………….
(c) c) Vaccination…………………………………………………………………………….

The diagram below show two different breeds of goats N and O.Use them to
answer questions 6(a-c)
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6. a). Classify the following breeds of goats according to their use.

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b). State one reason for each breed that supports your classification in 6(a) above
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7. Describe three ways through which goats can be protected from theft.
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8. Describe how hoof trimming procedure is carried out in goats.
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The diagram below shows a structure used in goat production.Use it to answer
question 9
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9.(a).State two reasons for using the structure shown in goat production.

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(b).Give three ways that help in keep the structure hygienic.

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