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Agriculture Quiz 12 - MCQ

1. Which of the following is a common practice to prevent soil erosion on sloped areas?

  • A. Monoculture
  • B. Contour plowing
  • C. Deep plowing
  • D. Overgrazing

Answer: B. Contour plowing

2. Which of the following is a primary symptom of nitrogen deficiency in plants?

  • A. Leaf curling
  • B. Yellowing of older leaves
  • C. Stunted growth
  • D. Root rot

Answer: B. Yellowing of older leaves

3. What is the primary purpose of using green manure in crop production?

  • A. To increase crop yield
  • B. To improve soil organic matter
  • C. To reduce pest populations
  • D. To enhance soil drainage

Answer: B. To improve soil organic matter

4. What is the term for growing different crops in the same area to improve biodiversity and productivity?

  • A. Monoculture
  • B. Polyculture
  • C. Permaculture
  • D. Agroforestry

Answer: B. Polyculture

5. Which type of soil holds the most water and is ideal for rice cultivation?

  • A. Sandy soil
  • B. Loamy soil
  • C. Clay soil
  • D. Silty soil

Answer: C. Clay soil

6. Which agricultural practice involves growing crops without the use of synthetic chemicals or GMOs?

  • A. Conventional farming
  • B. Organic farming
  • C. Hydroponic farming
  • D. Aquaponics

Answer: B. Organic farming

7. What is the main purpose of using cover crops in agriculture?

  • A. To increase soil erosion
  • B. To suppress weeds and improve soil structure
  • C. To maximize crop yield
  • D. To enhance soil acidity

Answer: B. To suppress weeds and improve soil structure

8. Which irrigation method delivers water directly to the plant root zone via tubes or pipes?

  • A. Flood irrigation
  • B. Drip irrigation
  • C. Sprinkler irrigation
  • D. Furrow irrigation

Answer: B. Drip irrigation

9. What is the practice of growing two or more crops simultaneously on the same land called?

  • A. Intercropping
  • B. Strip cropping
  • C. Monoculture
  • D. Polyculture

Answer: A. Intercropping

10. Which fertiliser among the following is a source of nitrogen?

  • A. Superphosphate
  • B. Potassium sulphate
  • C. Bone meal
  • D. Urea

Answer: D. Urea

Answer: B. Jhansi



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