Answer the following questions briefly.

1. What are the components of the growing

media and their proper ratio and
proportion? (5 pts)

2. Why do we need to sterilize the growing

media? (5 pts)
Identify the following questions:
___________1.refers to its power to germinate
and produce strong and healthy plants.
___________2. this means that the seed is not
mixed with off-type seed or other varieties.
_________3. they should be free from any
damage done by insects or mechanical
elements.
_________4. the embryo is fully developed in
ripe seed.
_________5. the grower should test the
presence of any disease in his seeds.
Select the best answer by writing only the LETTER of your answer in your
quiz notebook.
6. Which of the following is NOT true in selecting variety to plant?

a. It should thrive in your locality.

b. It should have quality and quantity produce.
c. It should be liked by the family and buyers.
d. It should depend upon the size and appearance of the seeds.

7. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of good quality seeds?

a. viable
b. clean
c. immature
d. true-to-type
8. Which is considered as the chief requisite of
fruit-bearing crops of commercial variety?
a. high quality and quantity
b. profitable
c. attractive appearance
d. productive and of good appearance
9. Why is there a need to plant more types and varieties of fruit-
bearing crops in backyard fruit growing?
a. It gives aesthetic beauty to the area.
b. It gives enough shade for the animals.
c. It provides continuous supply of fruits throughout the year.
d. It shows that the family members are fruit lovers.

10. Which of the following is NOT a major Philippine fruit-

bearing crop?
a. mango
b. citrus
c. banana
d. atis