Agric Science Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term (Mock)

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Introduction to Agricultural Science as a School Subject

Agricultural Science is a key subject that introduces students to the world of farming, livestock management, and the science behind growing food. It teaches us how plants and animals are essential for human survival, while also focusing on sustainable practices. With this knowledge, students gain a deeper understanding of how agriculture shapes our lives, economy, and the environment. Studying Agricultural Science helps students develop skills that are useful in everyday life, whether it’s for personal growth or pursuing a career in farming, research, or agro-business.

The subject is offered by students in Primary school and Secondary School under Prevocational Studies.

Agricultural Science Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term

Agricultural Science Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term are divided into two sections:

• Section A
• Section B

The first section, namely, Section A is the objective test, and students are expected to attempt all questions in the section. Section B is the theory part, and students are expected to answer three (3) out of the five (5) questions.

Note that what you have below are JSS3 Agricultural Science Second Term Exam Past Questions (BECE MOCK) made available to assist students in their revision for BECE cum 2nd term examinations and also teachers in structuring standard examinations.

SECTION A: Objectives

Instruction: Answer all questions in this section by choosing from the options lettered A—D. Each question carries equal marks.

1. Which of the following is an example of a ruminant animal?
A. Pig             B. Goat
C. Dog           D. Rabbit

2. A major problem of livestock production in Nigeria is
A. Excess supply of animal feed
B. Lack of modern breeds
C. Inadequate water supply
D. Uncontrolled grazing

3. The practice of growing different crops in succession on the same land to maintain soil fertility is called
A. Monocropping
B. Mixed farming
C. Crop rotation
D. Shifting cultivation

4. Which of the following is an example of farm machinery?
A. Cutlass        B. Tractor
C. Hoe             D. Basket

5. Good farm record should be
A. Incomprehensible
B. Simple
C. Abridged
D. Complex

6. The market where newly issued securities are traded is called
A. Big market
B. Small market
C. Secondary market
D. Primary market

7. Which of the following aquatic animals is a fish?
A. Crab           B. Lobster
C. Shark          D. Shrimp

8. The separation of agricultural produce into various sizes and qualities is referred to as
A. Assembling        B. Bulking
C. Grading              D. Packaging

9. The inability of a farmer to store his products during a period of high production results in
A. Low prices
B. High prices
C. Changes in prices
D. Price forecast

10. The part of a plough that cuts and lifts the soil is called
A. Beam         B. Mouldboard
C. Handle       D. Hitch

11. The process of improving soil fertility by planting leguminous crops is called
A. Mulching
B. Crop rotation
C. Nitrogen fixation
D. Gully erosion

12. Prices of agricultural products can be expressed in the following ways except
A. Currency        B. Weight
C. Quality           D. Degrees

13. The stock exchange has the following except that
A. It raises the standard of living of the farmer
B. It raises capital for the farmer
C. It encourages investment in agriculture
D. It discourages the farmer from expanding

14. The process of removing unhealthy or unproductive plants from a farm is called
A. Thinning        B. Weeding
C. Pruning          D. Transplanting

15. Apiculture deals with the keeping of
A. Bees            B. Duck
C. Snail            D. Turkey

16. A pepper plant that grows in a yam plot is regarded as a
A. Crop            B. Flower
C. Weed          D. Vegetable

17. The profit and loss account is issued on a quarterly or yearly basis along with the following except
A. Cash flow statement
B. Balance sheet
C. Revenue
D. Farm inventory

18. To prevent environmental pollution, packaging materials should be
A. Sterilized          B. Processed
C. Recycled           D. Burnt

19. The knowledge of packaging materials is essential because each product to be packaged has its own
A. Direction          B. Shape
C. Properties        D. Size

20. The most important factor in selecting a good breed of farm animal is
A. Colour of the animal
B. Fast growth rate
C. Ability to fight other animals
D. Number of legs

21. The slatted wooden boxes for fruit allow for
A. Free circulation of air
B. Water to enter the container
C. Contamination of the products
D. Distribution of the product

22. Which of the following is not an objective of pricing?
A. To achieve profitability
B. To find out if consumers will be willing to pay that price
C. To support the market position of the producer
D. To make the market unstable

23. Which of the following animals does not feed on hay?
A. Cattle         B. Goat
C. Horse         D. Poultry

24. The stock exchange helps farmers to
A. Trade in stock, bonds, and shares
B. Socialize
C. Procure fertilizers
D. Source for loans

25. Which of the following is not an example of an input record on the farm?
A. Seeds
B. Fertilizer
C. Implement
D. Clearing of farmland

26. Which of the following is an example of succulent feed?
A. Bone meal       B. Fish meal
C. Hay                 D. Silage

27. Nigeria is the world’s largest producer of
A. Cassava            B. Rubber
C. Groundnut       D. Sugarcane

28. Farms inventory is a record of
A. Everything on the farm
B. Inventions on the farm
C. Livestock on the farm
D. Crops on the farm

29. Live animals need the following for transportation except
A. Open-top lorry
B. Keepers to accompany them
C. Feed on deck
D. Stacking

30. Which of the following is not a part of agricultural export in Nigeria?
A. Cocoa            B. Cassava
C. Blueberry       D. Sugarcane

31. One of the following is not among those involved in the stock exchange
A. Buyers
B. Sellers
C. Spenders
D. Buyers and sellers

32. Fibres are materials needed from the following products except
A. Jute           B. Raffia
C. Sisal          D. Metal

33. The computer system of record gives
A. Accurate records
B. Poor records
C. Expansion record
D. Unreliable record

34. A primary book of account which records the day-to-day financial transactions is known as
A. Receipt             B. Journal
C. Cash flow         D. Ledger

35. The farms can be quoted on the stock exchange if it has the following except
A. Good accounting record
B. Good financial management
C. Good profitability
D. Good implements

36. The practice of using organic fertilizers like poultry droppings helps improve
A. Soil erosion
B. Soil fertility
C. Soil degradation
D. Soil depletion

37. Which of the following statements does not refer to advertisement?
A. It is a form of marketing communication
B. It is a promotion for agricultural products
C. It is a means of publicizing the success of a farm enterprise
D. It is a form of demanding a product

38. The inability of a farmer to properly store farm produce can lead to
A. Loss of produce
B. Increased market price
C. Greater profits
D. More investments

39. Which of the following is not a method of soil conservation?
A. Overgrazing         B. Deforestation
C. Mulching              D. Bush burning

40. Which of the following is a method of farm record keeping?
A. Journal
B. Bank statement
C. Stock market
D. Loan application

41. An example of an oil crop is
A. Rice                B. Maize
C. Groundnut     D. Cassava

42. Which of the following is a farm structure?
A. Tractor          B. Harrow
C. Barn              D. Hoe

43. The process of improving animals to obtain better yields is known as
A. Weeding         B. Breeding
C. Pruning           D. Cloning

44. The primary function of the stock exchange is to
A. Provide employment for farmers
B. Regulate trade in livestock
C. Facilitate buying and selling of shares
D. Provide subsidies to farmers

45. The instrument used for measuring rainfall is called
A. Wind vane       B. Rain gauge
C. Barometer        D. Hygrometer

46. The process of removing unwanted plants from a farm is called
A. Mulching        B. Pruning
C. Weeding         D. Thinning

47. Which of the following is not a type of agricultural insurance?
A. Livestock insurance
B. Crop insurance
C. Marine insurance
D. Farm property insurance

48. Which of the following is a chemical method of pest control?
A. Weeding
B. Use of pesticides
C. Crop rotation
D. Bush fallowing

49. Which of the following farm animals is monogastric?
A. Cow              B. Goat
C. Sheep           D. Pig

50. The agricultural system that involves the rearing of only one type of livestock is called
A. Mixed farming
B. Pastoral farming
C. Intensive farming
D. Nomadic farming

51. Which of the following is not a branch of agriculture?
A. Crop science
B. Zoology
C. Soil science
D. Animal science

52. The best method of preventing soil erosion is
A. Overgrazing
B. Deforestation
C. Afforestation
D. Continuous cropping

53. A major function of an irrigation system is to
A. Increase soil erosion
B. Supply water to crops
C. Reduce soil nutrients
D. Improve soil texture

54. Which of the following is an example of a non-living component of the farm ecosystem?
A. Earthworm          B. Manure
C. Grasshopper       D. Bird

55. Which of the following is an example of a carbohydrate feed?
A. Maize
B. Fish meal
C. Bone meal
D. Groundnut cake

56. One of the following is a method of soil fertility management
A. Overgrazing
B. Continuous cropping
C. Crop rotation
D. Bush burning

57. Which of the following is an example of a leguminous crop?
A. Maize              B. Rice
C. Soybean          D. Yam

58. The process by which green plants manufacture their food is called
A. Respiration          B. Germination
C. Photosynthesis    D. Pollination

59. The best way to prevent food spoilage after harvesting is through
A. Proper storage
B. Overexposure to air
C. Stacking in open fields
D. Washing with chemicals

60. A major importance of agricultural extension services is
A. To increase the price of farm produce
B. To educate farmers on improved farming methods
C. To discourage mechanized farming
D. To reduce government involvement in farming

SECTION B: Essay

INSTRUCTION – Answer only three (3) questions in this section.

1a. State five types of farm Records.
b. With diagram/Table, explain two farm record stated above in (1a).
c. Explain five importance of farm Record.

2a. What are farm Records?
b. Define Book-keeping.
c. State four examples of source documents.

3a. Define Agricultural stock exchange.
b. State and explain two types of stock exchange.
c. List two objectives of stock exchange.

4a. State and explain five people involved in stock exchange.
b. State and explain five importance of stock exchange in Agriculture.
c. Define export promotion.

5a. State and explain five objectives of export promotion in international marketing.
b. State 10 examples crops that can be exported from Nigeria to other countries.

Answers to Agricultural Science Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term

Answers to Section A (Objective Test)

The following table gives the correct answers to the objective section of Agric Science exam questions for JSS3 second term. If you are using a mobile device, hold the table and scroll to the right or left for a complete view.

So here you have the answers to the objective section of Agricultural Science Exam Questions for JSS3 second term. Use the comments section to let me know if you have any questions you would want me to clarify or discuss further.

Answers to Section B (Theory)

1a. Types of Farm Records

1. Cash Book
2. Stock Register
3. Feed and Fertilizer Records
4. Farm Labor Records
5. Crop and Livestock Production Records

1b. Explanation of Two Farm Records

Record	Explanation
Cash Book	A record of all financial transactions, including income and expenditure, kept in chronological order.
Stock Register	A log of all farm equipment and supplies, including purchases, usage, and maintenance.

1c. Importance of Farm Records

1. Helps in financial planning and budgeting.
2. Assists in tracking farm productivity.
3. Aids in determining the profitability of the farm.
4. Useful in farm management and decision-making.
5. Ensures transparency in financial transactions and improves accountability.

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2a. What are Farm Records?

Farm records are written documents that provide detailed information on the financial, physical, and operational activities on a farm.

2b. Define Book-keeping

Book-keeping is the process of recording all financial transactions of a business in an orderly manner.

2c. Examples of Source Documents

1. Invoices
2. Receipts
3. Bank Statements
4. Purchase Orders

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3a. Define Agricultural Stock Exchange

An agricultural stock exchange is a marketplace where agricultural products, commodities, and related stocks are bought and sold.

3b. Types of Stock Exchange

1. Commodity Exchange – A platform for buying and selling raw agricultural products like grains and livestock.
2. Futures Exchange – A market for buying and selling contracts that obligate the seller to deliver a commodity at a specified future date.

3c. Objectives of Stock Exchange

1. To provide a market for agricultural products.
2. To ensure price stability for farm commodities.

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4a. People Involved in Stock Exchange

1. Brokers – Act as intermediaries between buyers and sellers.
2. Traders – Individuals or firms who buy and sell agricultural stocks or commodities.
3. Dealers – Those who directly buy and sell goods for profit.
4. Market Makers – They maintain liquidity in the market by offering to buy or sell at quoted prices.
5. Regulators – Ensure that the stock exchange operates in a fair and orderly manner.

4b. Importance of Stock Exchange in Agriculture

1. Provides a transparent marketplace for agricultural products.
2. Stabilizes commodity prices by providing an organized trading system.
3. Facilitates investment in agriculture through the sale of agricultural stocks.
4. Promotes better farm planning through access to market information.
5. Encourages foreign investment in the agricultural sector.

4c. Define Export Promotion

Export promotion refers to government or institutional efforts to encourage the sale of domestic products to foreign markets.

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5a. Objectives of Export Promotion in International Marketing

1. Increase foreign exchange earnings.
2. Expand market access for local agricultural products.
3. Improve the competitiveness of local goods internationally.
4. Create more job opportunities through increased production.

5b. Examples of Crops that Can Be Exported from Nigeria

1. Cocoa
2. Cashew nuts
3. Palm oil
4. Groundnuts (Peanuts)
5. Sesame seeds
6. Coffee
7. Yams
8. Rubber
9. Soybeans
10. Mangoes

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How to Pass Agric Science Exam Questions for JSS3 Second Term

Passing your Agricultural Science exam questions for JSS3 second term requires a combination of preparation, understanding, and strategy. Here are actionable tips to help you excel:

1. Understand the Syllabus: Focus on topics outlined in your syllabus. Ensure you cover both theory and practical aspects.
2. Master Key Terms: Be familiar with key agricultural terms and their definitions (e.g., farm records, crop production, livestock management).
3. Use Past Questions: Practice with past BECE questions to understand question formats and frequently asked topics.
4. Be Clear on Diagram Labels: Always practice labeling common agricultural diagrams such as farm layouts, plant growth stages, and animal body parts.
5. Write Concisely: In theory questions, keep your answers clear and to the point. Avoid unnecessary details.
6. Time Management: Practice answering questions within a set time to improve speed and efficiency.
7. Revise Farm Practices: Focus on the practical aspects, like planting, harvesting, and animal husbandry, as these are common exam topics.
8. Highlight Important Points: In your notes, highlight key points to make revision easier.
9. Stay Updated on Current Agriculture Trends: Some exams may include questions on current issues in agriculture.
10. Stay Calm During the Exam: Read each question carefully before answering, and plan your time accordingly.

Best wishes.