Grade 6 Agriculture – Creeping Crops Quiz

1. What are creeping crops

plants that do not have a stem
plants that do not grow to a greater height
plants that naturally spread their week stems horizontally on the ground instead of vertically
plants that have slender leaves
Explanation:

2. Give two examples of creeping crops

arrow roos strawberry
mango tree arrow roots
banana plant arrow roots
cassava yams
Explanation:

3. Identify two materials for planting creeping crops

fruits seeds
leaves seeds
vines roots
vines splits
Explanation:

4. What is the importance of a seedbed

it produces a lot of seeds
allows the desired crop to grow without the fierce competition for nutrients
plants do not dry up while on seedbed
plants bear a lot of fruits wile on seed beds
Explanation:

5. Identify two ways of caring for creeping crops

watering on the leaves training them
digging out their roots provide supporting materials
watering, training
avoid touching them avoid watering them
Explanation:

6. How can you know a straw berry is ready for harvesting

when the berries dry up
when their pods dry up
when the fruits turn red in colour
when their plant withers
Explanation:

7. Which value does creeping crops have on the environment

they are not good for our health
they absorb all nutrients from the soil making it unfertile
They protect the soil against erosion
they make soil loose and easily carried away
Explanation:

8. Which of the following is a creeping crop that helps conserve our environment?

Banana
Maize
Sweet potato
Creeper bean
Explanation:

Creeper beans help in soil erosion control by covering and protecting the soil surface with their dense vegetation.

9. Which creeping crop is most effective in preventing soil erosion?

Pumpkin
Cucumber
Sweet potato
Carrot
Explanation:

Pumpkins have large leaves and sprawling stems that cover the ground, reducing soil erosion caused by rainfall.

10. Which of the following is a benefit of growing creeping crops in our environment?

Improvement in soil fertility
Spread of pests and diseases
Increase in soil erosion
Decrease in biodiversity
Explanation:

Creeping crops like legumes enrich the soil with nitrogen, enhancing soil fertility and promoting plant growth.

11. How do creeping crops help in conserving water in the environment?

By reducing evaporation from soil
By attracting pests
By increasing water runoff
By causing water pollution
Explanation:

Creeping crops provide ground cover that reduces soil moisture evaporation, helping to conserve water in the environment.

12. Which creeping crop is known for its ability to fix nitrogen in the soil?

Radish
Garlic
Onion
Clover
Explanation:

Clover is a nitrogen-fixing crop that helps in improving soil fertility and reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.

13. Why are creeping crops important for maintaining soil structure?

They compact the soil
They loosen the soil
They promote erosion
They deplete soil nutrients
Explanation:

Creeping crops with deep roots help in breaking up compacted soil, improving soil aeration and drainage, and maintaining soil structure.

14. Which of the following characteristics make a creeping crop beneficial for the environment?

Fast growth rate
Ability to sprawl and cover the ground
High water requirement
Short lifespan
Explanation:

Creeping crops that sprawl and cover the ground effectively help in preventing soil erosion, conserving water, and maintaining soil health.

15. How do creeping crops contribute to biodiversity in the environment?

By crowding out other plant species
By providing habitat for various organisms
By depleting soil nutrients
By attracting only one type of insect
Explanation:

Creeping crops create a diverse habitat for insects, microorganisms, and other organisms, promoting biodiversity in the environment.

16. Which creeping crop is beneficial for improving soil structure through its root system?

Lettuce
Spinach
Lupin
Mint
Explanation:

Lupins have deep taproots that can penetrate compacted soil, breaking it up and improving soil structure for better plant growth.

17. What role do creeping crops play in reducing greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture?

They release excess carbon dioxide
They promote nitrous oxide emissions
They increase methane production
They sequester carbon in the soil
Explanation:

Creeping crops help in sequestering carbon in the soil, reducing the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere and mitigating climate change.

18. Which of the following is a creeping crop commonly grown in Kenya?

Maize
Carrots
Rice
Sweet potatoes
Explanation:

Sweet potatoes are a creeping crop commonly grown in Kenya. They spread along the ground and help in preventing soil erosion.

19. What is the benefit of growing creeping crops in terms of soil conservation?

Increase soil erosion
Prevent soil erosion
Decrease soil fertility
Cause waterlogging
Explanation:

Creeping crops help in preventing soil erosion by covering the ground and reducing the impact of raindrops on the soil.

20. Which of the following is not a creeping crop?

Cabbage
Pumpkin
Squash
Beans
Explanation:

Cabbage is not a creeping crop. It grows in a compact manner and does not spread along the ground like creeping crops.

21. How do creeping crops contribute to conserving the environment?

Effect water conservation
Increase deforestation
Prevent soil erosion
Increase soil erosion
Explanation:

Creeping crops help in conserving the environment by preventing soil erosion, which is crucial for maintaining soil health and fertility.

22. Which of the following is a benefit of growing creeping crops for farmers?

Increase water pollution
Enhance soil fertility
Decrease land productivity
Increase pest attacks
Explanation:

Growing creeping crops can enhance soil fertility as they cover the ground, add organic matter, and promote healthy soil microbial activity.

23. What is the primary purpose of growing creeping crops in agriculture?

Prevent soil erosion
Increase soil erosion
Reduce water availability
Cause deforestation
Explanation:

The primary purpose of growing creeping crops in agriculture is to prevent soil erosion, which is essential for maintaining soil structure and nutrients.

24. Which of the following is a common practice to conserve soil in agriculture?

Planting only tall crops
Plowing the land frequently
Using chemical fertilizers excessively
Growing creeping crops
Explanation:

Growing creeping crops is a common practice to conserve soil in agriculture as they help in preventing soil erosion and maintaining soil health.

25. What role do creeping crops play in enhancing biodiversity?

Reduce plant diversity
Provide habitat for beneficial insects
Promote soil degradation
Attract pests
Explanation:

Creeping crops provide habitat for beneficial insects, which can help in natural pest control and promote biodiversity in the agroecosystem.

26. Which of the following is an example of a creeping crop that can be grown on slopes to prevent soil erosion?

Sweet potatoes
Rice
Sorghum
Wheat
Explanation:

Sweet potatoes are a creeping crop that can be grown on slopes to prevent soil erosion by covering the ground and stabilizing the soil.

27. What is the importance of selecting appropriate crops for soil conservation?

Increase soil erosion
Cause water pollution
Reduce soil fertility
Enhance soil health
Explanation:

Selecting appropriate crops, such as creeping crops, can enhance soil health by preventing erosion, maintaining soil structure, and improving nutrient cycling.

28. Which crop is considered a creeping crop?

Tomatoes
Maize
Kale
Sweet potatoes
Explanation:

Sweet potatoes are considered a creeping crop because they grow along the ground, spreading out as they grow.

29. Which method helps in conserving the environment when growing creeping crops?

Using chemical fertilizers
Mulching
Burning crop residue
Tilling the soil frequently
Explanation:

Mulching helps in conserving the environment by retaining moisture, reducing soil erosion, and suppressing weed growth.

30. Which practice is harmful to the environment when cultivating creeping crops?

Intercropping
Overuse of pesticides
Composting
Crop rotation
Explanation:

Overuse of pesticides harms the environment by polluting soil and water, killing beneficial insects, and disrupting the ecosystem.

31. How can farmers contribute to conserving the environment while growing creeping crops?

Planting cover crops
Using genetically modified seeds
Burning crop residues
Clearing all vegetation
Explanation:

Planting cover crops helps in conserving the environment by protecting the soil, reducing erosion, and improving soil fertility.

32. Which farming practice helps in maintaining soil health when cultivating creeping crops?

Monocropping
No-till farming
Using synthetic pesticides
Overgrazing
Explanation:

No-till farming helps in maintaining soil health by preserving soil structure, reducing erosion, and promoting beneficial soil organisms.

33. What is a sustainable way of managing pests when growing creeping crops?

Biological pest control
Burning crop residues
Ignoring pest infestations
Use of chemical pesticides
Explanation:

Biological pest control is a sustainable way of managing pests by using natural predators or parasites to control pest populations, reducing the need for harmful chemicals.

34. Which farming practice contributes to soil erosion when cultivating creeping crops?

Deforestation
Conservation tillage
Overgrazing
Terracing sloped land
Explanation:

Deforestation contributes to soil erosion by exposing the soil to wind and water, leading to loss of fertile topsoil and degradation of the land.

35. What is a sustainable method of weed control in creeping crop cultivation?

Burning weeds
Hand weeding
Glyphosate use
Ignoring the weeds
Explanation:

Hand weeding is a sustainable method of weed control that does not involve the use of harmful chemicals, preserving the environment and human health.

36. Which farming practice helps in conserving water resources when growing creeping crops?

Watering during the hottest part of the day
Leaving hose running
Drip irrigation
Flood irrigation
Explanation:

Drip irrigation helps in conserving water resources by delivering water directly to the roots of plants, minimizing water wastage and promoting efficient water use.

37. What is a sustainable way of improving soil fertility in creeping crop cultivation?

Chemical fertilizers
Cover cropping
Ignoring soil fertility
Soil compaction
Explanation:

Cover cropping is a sustainable way of improving soil fertility by adding organic matter, fixing nitrogen, and enhancing soil structure, leading to healthier crops.

38. Which farming practice leads to soil compaction when cultivating creeping crops?

Plowing wet soil
Adding organic matter
Rotating crops
No-till farming
Explanation:

Plowing wet soil leads to soil compaction by squeezing the air out of the soil, reducing water infiltration and root growth, and impacting soil health.

39. How can farmers reduce pesticide use when growing creeping crops?

Ignoring pest issues
Regular pesticide spraying
Integrated pest management
Using highly toxic pesticides
Explanation:

Integrated pest management helps farmers reduce pesticide use by combining different pest control methods such as biological control, crop rotation, and habitat manipulation to minimize pesticide applications.

40. What is a sustainable way of controlling erosion when cultivating creeping crops?

Terracing sloped land
Cover cropping
Overgrazing
Deforestation
Explanation:

Terracing sloped land is a sustainable way of controlling erosion by creating level steps on hillsides to reduce water runoff, retain soil moisture, and prevent soil erosion.

41. Which farming practice helps in conserving biodiversity when cultivating creeping crops?

Using chemical fertilizers
Removing all vegetation
Intercropping
Planting genetically modified crops
Explanation:

Intercropping helps in conserving biodiversity by creating a diverse ecosystem for different plant species, promoting beneficial interactions and supporting a variety of wildlife.

42. What is a sustainable way of managing nutrient cycling in creeping crop cultivation?

Clearing fields after harvest
Ignoring nutrient needs
Applying excessive synthetic fertilizers
Implementing crop rotation
Explanation:

Implementing crop rotation is a sustainable way of managing nutrient cycling by diversifying plant species, improving soil health, and preventing nutrient depletion in the soil.

43. How can farmers promote soil health while growing creeping crops?

Using cover crops
Leaving fields bare
Using chemical fertilizers
Overgrazing
Explanation:

Using cover crops promotes soil health by protecting the soil surface, reducing erosion, adding organic matter, and improving soil structure.

44. What is a sustainable method of conserving water when cultivating creeping crops?

Watering plants during the hottest part of the day
Mulching
Overwatering plants
Allowing water to run off
Explanation:

Mulching is a sustainable method of conserving water by reducing evaporation, retaining soil moisture, suppressing weed growth, and promoting plant growth.

45. Which practice helps in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in creeping crop cultivation?

Cover cropping
Overgrazing
Using synthetic fertilizers
Burning crop residues
Explanation:

Cover cropping helps in reducing greenhouse gas emissions by sequestering carbon in the soil, increasing soil organic matter, and promoting soil health.

46. What is a sustainable way of promoting pollinator health in creeping crop cultivation?

Using chemical pesticides
Eliminating all flowering plants
Ignoring pollinator needs
Planting pollinator-friendly flowers
Explanation:

Planting pollinator-friendly flowers is a sustainable way of promoting pollinator health by providing food and habitat for pollinators, enhancing crop pollination, and supporting biodiversity.

47. How can farmers reduce water usage when growing creeping crops?

Installing water-efficient irrigation systems
Flood irrigation
Watering plants during the hottest part of the day
Leaving hoses running
Explanation:

Installing water-efficient irrigation systems helps farmers reduce water usage by delivering water directly to plants with minimal wastage, conserving water resources and promoting sustainable farming practices.

48. Which method helps in conserving soil moisture when growing creeping crops?

Overwatering plants
Mulching
Leaving soil bare
Frequent tilling
Explanation:

Mulching helps in conserving soil moisture by creating a protective layer on the soil surface, reducing evaporation, retaining water, and promoting healthy plant growth.

49. What is a sustainable way of reducing soil erosion in creeping crop cultivation?

Intensive tillage
Terracing sloped land
Deforestation
Removing all vegetation
Explanation:

Terracing sloped land is a sustainable way of reducing soil erosion by creating steps on hillsides to slow down water runoff, retain soil, and prevent erosion, promoting sustainable land management.

50. How can farmers promote beneficial insects while growing creeping crops?

Eliminating all vegetation
Using chemical pesticides
Planting diverse crops
Ignoring pest issues
Explanation:

Planting diverse crops helps farmers promote beneficial insects by providing food and habitat for natural predators, controlling pest populations, and supporting a balanced ecosystem.

51. What is a sustainable method of weed control in creeping crop cultivation?

Burning weeds
Hand weeding
Allowing weeds to grow unchecked
Using chemical herbicides
Explanation:

Hand weeding is a sustainable method of weed control that avoids the use of harmful chemicals, preserves soil health, and promotes environmentally friendly farming practices.

52. Which farming practice helps in promoting soil biodiversity in creeping crop cultivation?

Mono-cropping
Using synthetic pesticides
Plowing the soil frequently
Intercropping
Explanation:

Intercropping helps in promoting soil biodiversity by creating diverse habitats for soil organisms, increasing microbial activity, improving soil health, and enhancing nutrient cycling.