AMATIR KANYA GURUKUL, KKR
QUESTION BANK
CLASS VIII
SCIENCE
CHAPTER- CROP PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT
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1. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. Which of the following is a Kharif crop?
a) Wheat
b) Rice
c) Barley
d) Mustard
2. Which method of irrigation is most suitable for hilly regions?
a) Surface irrigation
b) Drip irrigation
c) Canal irrigation
d) Sprinkler irrigation
3. Which of the following is not a method of soil preparation?
a) Plowing
b) Irrigation
c) Tilling
d) Harrowing
4. Which nutrient is commonly supplied to plants through fertilizers?
a) Oxygen
b) Nitrogen
c) Carbon dioxide
d) Water
5. Which of the following crops is grown during the Rabi season?
a) Rice
b) Maize
c) Wheat
d) Cotton
6. Which method of irrigation conserves water the most?
a) Surface irrigation
b) Flood irrigation
c) Drip irrigation
d) Sprinkler irrigation
2. Assertion and Reasoning Type Questions
1. Assertion: Irrigation is an essential part of crop production.
Reason: It helps in supplying water to crops during periods of insufficient rainfall.
a) Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation for the
assertion.
b) Both assertion and reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation for
the assertion.
c) Assertion is correct, but reason is incorrect.
d) Both assertion and reason are incorrect.
2. Assertion: The process of weeding is necessary to ensure healthy crop growth.
Reason: Weeds compete with crops for nutrients, light, and water.
a) Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation for the
assertion.
b) Both assertion and reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation for
the assertion.
c) Assertion is correct, but reason is incorrect.
d) Both assertion and reason are incorrect.
3. Assertion: Organic farming avoids the use of chemical fertilizers.
Reason: Organic farming uses natural methods like composting and crop rotation to
improve soil fertility.
a) Both assertion and reason are correct, and the reason is the correct explanation for the
assertion.
b) Both assertion and reason are correct, but the reason is not the correct explanation for
the assertion.
c) Assertion is correct, but reason is incorrect.
d) Both assertion and reason are incorrect.
3. Short Answer Type Questions
1. What is meant by crop rotation?
2. What are Rabi crops? Name any two Rabi crops.
3. What is the importance of plowing before sowing the seeds?
4. How does irrigation help in crop production?
5. Define 'manure'. How is it different from chemical fertilizers?
6. Explain the term 'weeding' and why it is important for crop growth.
7. What is the role of fertilizers in agriculture?
8. What are the different types of irrigation methods?
9. What is the importance of harvesting crops at the right time?
10. What are Kharif crops? Name two Kharif crops.
4. Long Answer Type Questions
1. Explain the different steps involved in crop production.
2. Discuss the various methods of irrigation and their advantages and disadvantages.
3. Describe the role of fertilizers and manures in crop production.
4. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using chemical fertilizers in crop
production?
5. Explain the process of seed selection, sowing, and the role of the seed drill.
6. How does crop rotation help in maintaining soil fertility and controlling pests?
7. Discuss the importance of soil preparation before sowing seeds.
8. Explain the different types of farming based on the region and crops grown.
9. Describe the impact of modern farming methods on the environment.
10. Discuss how the use of different irrigation methods can affect water conservation.
5. Case-Based Questions
1. A farmer in a region with insufficient rainfall uses surface irrigation for his crops.
However, he notices water wastage, and the crops do not receive enough water. He
decides to switch to drip irrigation to conserve water.
o a) What is drip irrigation?
o b) How does drip irrigation help in conserving water?
o c) Suggest two advantages of using drip irrigation over surface irrigation.
2. Rita is a farmer who has been using chemical fertilizers for years to grow crops in
her field. She has noticed that the soil quality has decreased, and the crops are not
growing as well as before. She is now considering using organic farming techniques.
o a) What is organic farming?
o b) What are the benefits of organic farming for the soil?
o c) How can organic farming help improve the soil's fertility?
3. A farmer in a drought-prone area uses drip irrigation to water his crops. He notices
that water consumption is reduced, and crop yields have increased.
o a) What is drip irrigation?
o b) How does drip irrigation help conserve water?
o c) What are the advantages of using drip irrigation over traditional methods?
4. A farmer is growing wheat in his field but is facing problems with pests and diseases
affecting his crops. He is considering using crop rotation as a solution.
o a) What is crop rotation?
o b) How does crop rotation help in controlling pests and diseases?
o c) Suggest two crops that could be used in rotation with wheat.
5. A farmer has been growing the same crop for several years and has noticed a
reduction in soil fertility. He is advised to practice crop rotation to maintain soil
health.
o a) What is crop rotation?
o b) How does crop rotation benefit the soil?
o c) What are the other methods that can be used to improve soil fertility?
