Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region V
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SORSOGON
Prieto-Diaz 1
PRIETO-DIAZ CENTRAL SCHOOL
Perlas Prieto-Diaz, Sorsogon
S.Y 2023 – 2024

FIRST PERIODIC EXAM IN EDUKASYONG PANTAHANAN AT PANGKABUHAYAN (EPP) 6

Directions: Read and understand the questions carefully and write the letter of the correct answer to your paper/answer
sheet.

1. What is the primary goal of plant propagation?

a) Increase plant yield b) Produce new plants from existing ones

c) Promote plant diseases d) Harvest more fruit

2. Which method of plant propagation involves cutting a stem from a parent plant and growing it separately?

a) Grafting b) Layering

c) Cutting d) Division

3. Which of the following is a method of asexual plant propagation?

a) Planting seeds b) Grafting

c) Cross-pollination d) Air layering

4. What is the purpose of a rooting hormone in plant propagation?

a) To prevent roots from growing b) To stimulate root growth

c) To provide nutrients to the plant d) To kill harmful insects

5. Which of the following is not a method of sexual plant propagation?

a) Sowing seeds b) Layering

c) Cross-pollination d) Grafting

6. In which season is plant propagation by cuttings most successful?

a) Summer b) Winter

c) Spring d) Fall

7. What is the purpose of a cold frame in plant propagation?

a) To provide shade for plants b) To protect plants from frost

c) To increase humidity d) To speed up plant growth

8. What is a scion in grafting?

a) The rootstock b) The resulting plant

c) The upper part of the graft d) A type of soil

9. Which method of plant propagation is suitable for plants with underground runners?

a) Division b) Grafting

c) Cutting d) Layering

10. What is plant propagation?

a) Watering plants to help them grow. b) The process of creating new plants from existing ones.

c) Pruning plants to improve their appearance. d) Applying pesticides to protect plants from diseases.
11. Which tool is used for digging small holes for planting seeds or seedlings?

a) Hoe b) Trowel

c) Rake d) Shovel

12. What is the primary purpose of a wheelbarrow in gardening?

a) Trimming branches b) Transporting soil and plants

c) Watering plants d) Measuring soil pH

13. What is the purpose of a soil pH meter in gardening?

a) To measure the acidity or alkalinity of the soil b) To dig holes for planting

c) To prune branches d) To protect against pests

14. Which tool is best for removing weeds from the garden?

a) Pruner b) Wheelbarrow

c) Hoe d) Pitchfork

15. What is the primary function of a garden rake?

a) Cutting grass b) Removing stones from the soil

c) Leveling soil and removing debris d) Transporting soil

16. What is a dibber used for in gardening?

a) Harvesting fruits b) Measuring the length of plants

c) Making holes for planting seeds or bulbs d) Trimming branches

17. Which gardening tool is best for loosening and turning over soil in the garden?

a) Pruner b) Hoe

c) Wheelbarrow d) Pitchfork

18. What is the purpose of a hand pruner in gardening?

a) Measuring soil moisture b) Trimming branches and stems

c) Digging holes for planting d) Protecting against pests

19. What is a soaker hose used for gardening?

a) Measuring soil pH b) Watering plants efficiently

c) Removing weeds d) Planting seeds

20. Which tool is best for shaping and maintaining the edges of a garden bed?

a) Trowel b) Rake

c) Edger d) Shovel

21. What is the primary function of tree leaves in the environment?

a) Provide habitat for birds b) Produce oxygen and remove carbon dioxide

c) Prevent soil erosion d) Provide shade for picnics

22. Which of the following is not a product derived from trees?

a) Paper b) Fruits

c) Lumber d) Rubber

23. What is the role of trees in reducing air pollution?

a) Emitting pollutants into the air b) Filtering harmful particles from the air

c) Attracting insects that purify the air d) Promoting smog formation

24. How do trees help to conserve water and reduce soil erosion?

a) By increasing water evaporation b) By reducing soil compaction

c) By absorbing and holding rainwater d) By promoting deforestation

25. What is one way trees benefit wildlife?

a) By scaring away animals b) By providing food and shelter

c) By building nests in the trees d) By harming wildlife with their presence

26. How do trees contribute to reducing the urban heat island effect?

a) By increasing concrete surfaces b) By reflecting sunlight

c) By providing shade and cooling the air d) By increasing industrial pollution

27. Which type of tree helps to enrich the soil by fixing nitrogen?

a) Deciduous trees b) Evergreen trees

c) Coniferous trees d) Leguminous trees

28. What is the role of trees in supporting biodiversity?

a) Creating monocultures b) Offering a limited range of habitats

c) Providing diverse habitats for various species d) Attracting harmful insects

29. Which of the following is not an ecosystem service trees provide?

a) Carbon sequestration b) Flood prevention

c) Water pollution d) Improved air quality

30. How can urban forests improve the well-being of city residents?

a) By increasing noise pollution b) By decreasing access to green spaces

c) By providing recreational and mental health benefits d) By limiting access to fresh air

31. What is the main principle of square-foot gardening?

a) Planting crops in rows b) Using a large plot of land

c) Maximizing yield in a small space d) Growing only ornamental plants

32. In square-foot gardening, what is the size of each garden bed?

a) 2 feet by 2 feet b) 4 feet by 4 feet

c) 1 foot by 1 foot d) 6 feet by 6 feet

33. How many plants or seeds are typically planted in a single square foot in square foot gardening?

a) 1 b) 4 c) 12 d) 24

34. What is the purpose of dividing the garden into square foot sections?

a) Aesthetics b) Organization and easy planting

c) Pest control d) Water conservation

35. Which method of planting is commonly used in square-foot gardening to maximize space?

a) Traditional row planting b) Container gardening

c) Intensive planting d) Organic farming

36. What is Mel Bartholomew known for in the context of square-foot gardening?

a) Inventing the lawnmower b) Popularizing the concept of square-foot gardening

c) Designing large farm plots d) Introducing hydroponic gardening

37. What is the recommended depth for the soil mix in square-foot gardening?

a) 6 inches b) 12 inches c) 24 inches d) 36 inches

38. Which technique is used in square-foot gardening to minimize weed growth?

a) Frequent tilling of the soil b) Mulching and weed fabric

c) Avoiding watering d) Planting weeds intentionally

39. What is the purpose of the grid in square-foot gardening?

a) For growing climbing plants b) For measuring plant height

c) For dividing the garden into sections d) For decoration

40. How does square-foot gardening promote water conservation?

a) By using overhead sprinklers b) By watering the entire garden area

c) By watering only, the base of plants d) By collecting rainwater

Prepared by:

MA. LUISA DE LOS SANTOS LABAN

VOLUNTEER TEACHER

Noted:

ALMA. B. FERNANDO

Principal II
 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Region V
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF SORSOGON
Prieto-Diaz 1
PRIETO-DIAZ CENTRAL SCHOOL
Perlas Prieto-Diaz, Sorsogon
S.Y 2023 – 2024

ANSWER KEY

NO. ANSWER
1 b) Produce new plants from existing ones
2 c) Cutting
3 b) Grafting
4 b) To stimulate root growth
5 a) Sowing seeds
6 a) Summer
7 b) To protect plants from frost
8 c) The upper part of the graft
9 a) Division
10 b) The process of creating new plants from existing ones.
11 b) Trowel
12 b) Transporting soil and plants
13 a) To measure the acidity or alkalinity of the soil
14 c) Hoe
15 c) Leveling soil and removing debris
16 c) Making holes for planting seeds or bulbs
17 b) Hoe
18 b) Trimming branches and stems
19 b) Watering plants efficiently
20 c) Edger
21 b) Produce oxygen and remove carbon dioxide
22 b) Fruits
23 b) Filtering harmful particles from the air
24 c) By absorbing and holding rainwater
25 b) By providing food and shelter
26 c) By providing shade and cooling the air
27 d) Leguminous trees
28 c) Providing diverse habitats for various species
29 c) Water pollution
30 c) By providing recreational and mental health benefits
31 c) Maximizing yield in a small space
32 c) 1 foot by 1 foot
33 b) 4
34 b) Organization and easy planting
35 c) Intensive planting
36 b) Popularizing the concept of square foot gardening
37 a) 6 inches
38 b) Mulching and weed fabric
39 c) For dividing the garden into sections
40 d) By collecting rainwater
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