A State the meaning of the term heat capacity. 1 mark b State how pressure affects the melting point of a substance. Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 20192321919339 Figure 7 shows a set up of apparatus that may be used to measure the specific latent heat of vaporisation of steam, Figure 7 i Describe how the mass of condensed steam is determined. Marks Gi Other than mass and time, state two other measurements that should be takenduring the experiment. 2 marks Gil Show how the measurements in ei can be used to determine the specific latentheat of vaporisation of water. 2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919339 232 1 Turn over1m 9193392 Gv State the precaution that should be taken so thatthe mass of the condensed steam measured corresponds to the actual mass of steam collected during the timerecorded in the experiment. 1 mark v State why itis not necessary to measure temperature in this setup. I mark State what is meant by Brownian Motion. Mag Figure 8 shows the graph of velocity against time for a small ste!ball falling in aviscous liquid time 9 Figure Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 201923291939 1B Describe the motion of the steel ball as represented by part OA. 1 mark Gi Explain why the velocity between A and B is constant. Marks AA student throws a tennis ball vertically upwards from the ground and it lands back after8 seconds. Acceleration due to gravity g 10ms" Determine the: maximum height reached by the ball; G marks Gi velocity with which the ball hits the ground. 3 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 20192232 1 Turn over1 91933914Figure 9 shows a graph of pressure against temperature fora fixed mass of gas at constant volume. PressurePX1 Nm 90203020or?3s 4s 67 Temperature T K Figure 9From the graph, determine the values of n and c given that P nT e where nand are constants. 4 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019232 1.


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K.C.S.E YEAR 2010PAPER 2SECTION A 40 MARKS Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided.1. In an experiment, disinfection soaked bean seeds were put in a vacuum flask whichwas then fitted with a thermometer as shown in the diagram below. The temperature readings were taken every morning for three consecutive days.a Which process was being investigated? 1 mark b i what were the expected results? 1 mark ii account for the answer in b i above? 2 marks c Why were the seeds disinfected? 2marks d Why was a vacuum flask used in the set-up? 1 mark e How would a control for this experiment be set? 1mark 2. The diagram below shows blood circulation in a mammalian tissue. For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.coma Name the part labeled P and Q 2 marks b Name the substance that are:i Required for respiration that move out of capillaries; 2 marks ii Remove from tissue cells as a result of respiration 2 marks c Explain how substances move from blood capillaries into the tissue cells. 2 marks d Name one component of the blood that is not found in the part labeled P 1 mark 3. The diagram below represents a food web in certain ecosystemHawks LizardSmall Birds Small insectsLargeinsectCaterpillars EarthwormsGreen plant Decaying leavesa Name the trophic level occupied by each of the following:i Caterpillas 1mark ii Small insect. 1 mark b From the food web, construct two food chains which end with lizards as a tertiaryconsumer. 2 marks c i Which organisms have the least biomass in this ecosystem? 1 mark ii Explain the answer in c i above. 3marks 4.


In an experiment, disinfection soaked bean seeds were put in a vacuum flask whichwas then fitted with a thermometer as shown in the diagram below. The temperature readings were taken every morning for three consecutive days.a Which process was being investigated? 1 mark b i what were the expected results? 1 mark ii account for the answer in b i above? 2 marks c Why were the seeds disinfected? 2marks d Why was a vacuum flask used in the set-up? 1 mark e How would a control for this experiment be set? 1mark 2. The diagram below shows blood circulation in a mammalian tissue. For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.coma Name the part labeled P and Q 2 marks b Name the substance that are:i Required for respiration that move out of capillaries; 2 marks ii Remove from tissue cells as a result of respiration 2 marks c Explain how substances move from blood capillaries into the tissue cells. 2 marks d Name one component of the blood that is not found in the part labeled P 1 mark 3. The diagram below represents a food web in certain ecosystemHawks LizardSmall Birds Small insectsLargeinsectCaterpillars EarthwormsGreen plant Decaying leavesa Name the trophic level occupied by each of the following:i Caterpillas 1mark ii Small insect. 1 mark b From the food web, construct two food chains which end with lizards as a tertiaryconsumer. 2 marks c i Which organisms have the least biomass in this ecosystem? 1 mark ii Explain the answer in c i above. 3marks 4. The diagram below shows how the iris and pupil of a human eye appear underdifferent conditions. For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.coma Name the structures labeled X and Y 2 marks b i State the condition that leads to the change in appearance shown in thediagram labeled B 2 marks ii Describe the change that lead to the appearance of the iris and pupil as shownin the diagram labeled B. 4 marks iiii What is the significance of the change described in b ii above? 1 mark 5.


The diagram below shows blood circulation in a mammalian tissue. For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.coma Name the part labeled P and Q 2 marks b Name the substance that are:i Required for respiration that move out of capillaries; 2 marks ii Remove from tissue cells as a result of respiration 2 marks c Explain how substances move from blood capillaries into the tissue cells. 2 marks d Name one component of the blood that is not found in the part labeled P 1 mark 3. The diagram below represents a food web in certain ecosystemHawks LizardSmall Birds Small insectsLargeinsectCaterpillars EarthwormsGreen plant Decaying leavesa Name the trophic level occupied by each of the following:i Caterpillas 1mark ii Small insect. 1 mark b From the food web, construct two food chains which end with lizards as a tertiaryconsumer. 2 marks c i Which organisms have the least biomass in this ecosystem? 1 mark ii Explain the answer in c i above. 3marks 4. The diagram below shows how the iris and pupil of a human eye appear underdifferent conditions. For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.coma Name the structures labeled X and Y 2 marks b i State the condition that leads to the change in appearance shown in thediagram labeled B 2 marks ii Describe the change that lead to the appearance of the iris and pupil as shownin the diagram labeled B. 4 marks iiii What is the significance of the change described in b ii above? 1 mark 5. When pure breeding black guinea pigs were crossed with pure breeding white guineapigs, the offsring had a coat with black and white patches.a Using letter G to represent the gene for black coat colour and letter H for whitecoat colour, work out the genotypic ratio of F2.b State the phenotypic ratio of F2. 1 mark c i Name the term used when two alleles in heterozygous state are fully expressedphenotyically in an organism. 1 mark ii Give an example of a trait in human beings where the condition whose term isnamed in c i above expresses itself. 1 mark Answer question 6 compulsory and either question 7 and 8 in the space providedafter question 86.


The diagram below represents a food web in certain ecosystemHawks LizardSmall Birds Small insectsLargeinsectCaterpillars EarthwormsGreen plant Decaying leavesa Name the trophic level occupied by each of the following:i Caterpillas 1mark ii Small insect. 1 mark b From the food web, construct two food chains which end with lizards as a tertiaryconsumer. 2 marks c i Which organisms have the least biomass in this ecosystem? 1 mark ii Explain the answer in c i above. 3marks 4. The diagram below shows how the iris and pupil of a human eye appear underdifferent conditions. For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.coma Name the structures labeled X and Y 2 marks b i State the condition that leads to the change in appearance shown in thediagram labeled B 2 marks ii Describe the change that lead to the appearance of the iris and pupil as shownin the diagram labeled B. 4 marks iiii What is the significance of the change described in b ii above? 1 mark 5. When pure breeding black guinea pigs were crossed with pure breeding white guineapigs, the offsring had a coat with black and white patches.a Using letter G to represent the gene for black coat colour and letter H for whitecoat colour, work out the genotypic ratio of F2.b State the phenotypic ratio of F2. 1 mark c i Name the term used when two alleles in heterozygous state are fully expressedphenotyically in an organism. 1 mark ii Give an example of a trait in human beings where the condition whose term isnamed in c i above expresses itself. 1 mark Answer question 6 compulsory and either question 7 and 8 in the space providedafter question 86. In an experiment to investigate a certain physiological process, a boiling tube labeledA and a test tube labeled B were covered with cotton wool. The two tubes weresimultaneously filled with hot water and fitted with thermometers. The experimentalset-up was as in the diagrams below. For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.comThe temperatures reading were taken at the start and after every two minutes fortwenty minutes.


In an experiment to investigate a certain physiological process, a boiling tube labeledA and a test tube labeled B were covered with cotton wool. The two tubes weresimultaneously filled with hot water and fitted with thermometers. The experimentalset-up was as in the diagrams below. For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.comThe temperatures reading were taken at the start and after every two minutes fortwenty minutes. The results were as shown in the table below. Temperature 0C Time minutes Boiling tube ATest tube Ba Using the same axes, draw graphs of temperature against time. 6 marks b i Work out the rate of heat in the boiling tube labeled A and test tube labeledB between the 5th and 15th minutes.ii Account for the answers in b i above. 2 marks iii How does the explanation in b ii above apply to an elephant and a rat? 2 marks c i State the role of the cotton wool in this experiment. 1 mark For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.comii Name two structures in mammals that play the role stated in c i above 2 marks d State three advantage of having constant body temperature in mammals. 3 marks 7.Describe the process of fertilization in flowering plants. 20 marks 8.Describe how a finned fish such as Tilapia moves in water. 20marks For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.com.


THE KENYA NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS COUNCILKenya Certificate of Secondary Education121 2 MATHEMATICS Paper2ALTANov. 2019 - 2 hoursName Index Number Candidate's Signature Date Instructions to candidates a . Write your name and index number in the spaces provided above. Sign and write the date of examination in the spaces provided above. C This paper consists of two sections: Section and Section I. d Answer all th questions in Section land any five questions from Section I e . Show all the steps in your calculations, giving your answers at each stage in the spacesprovided below each question. 9. Marks may be given for correct working even ifthe answer is wrong. Non-programmable silent electronic calculators and KNEC Mathematical tables may bo used, excopt where stated otherwis h This paper consists of 20 printed pages. I Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all the pages are printed asindicated and that no questions are missing. Candidates should answer the questions in English. For Examiner's Use OnlySection Section itW 19 20 21 22 23 24 Total Grand Total 2019 The Kenya National Examinations Couneilwae919285 Turn over SECTION I 50 marks Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided.1 Simpy Give the answer inthe form a be where a,b and c are integers. 2 marks Two types of flour, X and Y, cost Ksh60 and Ksh72 per kilogram respectively. The two types are mixed such thatthe cost ofa kilogram of the mixture is Ksh 70, Calculate the ratio X:Y of themixture. G marks 3. A quantity P varies inversely as the square of another quantity L. When P 1628, L 4,Determine P when L 0.2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 1223An are of circle subtends an angle of 150 at the circumference of the circle. Calculate the anglesubtended by the same are at the centre of the circle. 2 marks Solve the equations: 4 marks A bag contains 6 red counters and 4 blue counters.


When P 1628, L 4,Determine P when L 0.2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 1223An are of circle subtends an angle of 150 at the circumference of the circle. Calculate the anglesubtended by the same are at the centre of the circle. 2 marks Solve the equations: 4 marks A bag contains 6 red counters and 4 blue counters. Two counters are picked from the bag atrandom, without replacement. Represent the events using a tree diagram. Mark b Find the probability thatthe two counters picked are ofthe same colour. 2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019orss, na Turn over7. Find the coordinates ofthe turning point ofthe curve y x? 14x 10. Marke8 OABis a sector of a circle of radius r em. Angle AOB 60 . Find, in its simplest form, anin terms of rand x for the perimeter ofthe sector. 2 marks AKenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 201919285 m2In a mathemati test, the scores obtained by 30 students were recorded as shown in the table belowSeore so fo x iu mi osNo.ofswienss 2 3 5 7 4f 2 4The score K witha equeney of isnot gen Given tat 42 4matks where d x 69, and using an assumed mean of 69, determine score K.sin 2x 40 . 2 marks 10, Determine the amplitude and the period of the function y Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 wu Turn overLl. The figure ABCDEFGH represents a box. The top li of the box is opened such thatthe height OT is 35cm. Calculate the: 2 angle the top lid makes withthe plane FGHE; 2 marks b length BE, correct to 2 decimal places. 2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019si92es 121212, The table below shows income tax rates in a certain year. Monthly income inksh.


Calculate the: 2 angle the top lid makes withthe plane FGHE; 2 marks b length BE, correct to 2 decimal places. 2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019si92es 121212, The table below shows income tax rates in a certain year. Monthly income inksh. THE ne010164 1010165-19740 519741-29316 229317-38892 2838895 and above 0 In that year, Mawira earned a salary of Ksh41 000 per month. Calculate Mawira s income tax per month given that a monthly tax relief of Ksh 1162 was allowed, G marks 1b Tepaiin senorita, atcavon- 2 ,084 1 aoe 7 .Show that A, B and C are collinear. 3 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 12 Turn over14, The vertices ofa triangle PQR are P 3,2 , Q 0, 1 and R 2, 1 , A transformation matrix M,le POR onto triangle P Q'R whose vertices are P' 7,2 , QI and R 4, 1 ,the transformation that maps P'Q'R onto PQR. 4 marks 15. Solve forx in log 7x 3 2 log 2 log x 3 . 4 marks Kenya Cerificate of Secondary Education, 20191928s 1295. The length of a shadow of a mast was measured at intervals of hour and recorded as shown inthe table below. Timo o 1 2 3 4 isLength m 187 87 so 29 13 0 On the grid provided, draw the graph of length against time.


Marks b After some time s the value ofa plot was Ksh 58400. Find , to the nearest month marks Mbaka sold all the plots he had bought after 4 years for Ksh2928200. Find the percentageprofit Mbaka made, correct to 2 decimal places. 4 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 12 Turn over219, The figure KLMN below is a scale drawing of a rectangular piece of land of length KL 80m, On the figure, construct; the locus ofa point P which is both equidistant from points Land M and from linesKLand LM, 3 marks ii the locus of a point Q such that Z KQL 90 3 marks b Shade the region R bounded by the locus of Q and the Locus of points equidistantfrom KL and LM. 1 mark ii Find the area of the region R in mi. Take x 3,142 3 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 12320. A ship left point P 10 S, 40 E and sailed due East for 90 hours at an average speed of 24 knotstoa point R. Take nautical mile nm to be 1.853km and radius ofthe earth to be 6370 km Calculate the distance between P and R in: nm; 0 mark i km. 1 mark b Determine the position of point R. S marks g Find the local time, tothe nearest minute, at point R when te time at Pi 11:00a.m.marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 1202 Turn over21, A workshop makes cupboards and tables using two artisans A and B, Every cupboard maderequires 3 days of work by artisan A and 2 days of work by artisan B. Every table made requires2 days of work by artisan A and 2 days of work by artisan B.


1 mark b Determine the position of point R. S marks g Find the local time, tothe nearest minute, at point R when te time at Pi 11:00a.m.marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 1202 Turn over21, A workshop makes cupboards and tables using two artisans A and B, Every cupboard maderequires 3 days of work by artisan A and 2 days of work by artisan B. Every table made requires2 days of work by artisan A and 2 days of work by artisan B. In one month artisan A workedfor less than 24 days while artisan B worked for not more than 18 days, The workshop made xcupboards and y tables in that month, Write all the inequalities which must be satisfied by x and y, 3 marks b Represent the inequalities in a on the grid provided. G marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 12Is The workshop makes a profit of Ksh6000 on each cupboard and Ksh4000 on each table. The number of cupboards and the number of tables that must be made for maximumprofit and hence determine the maximum profit. 4 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 2 Turn over1622, The amount of money contributed by a group of students during a fundraising for needystudent was as shown in te table below. On the grid provided, draw an ogive to represent the data919285Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019122 Amount Ksh 301-400 401-00 s01 600 601-700 701-800 801-900 901-1000Number of students 2 10 12 4 7 3 2 marks Use the graph to estimate: themedian; mark Gi the quantile deviation; G marks ii the percentage number of students who contributed at least Ksh750.50. 2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 20191928s nv Turn over18 23, Inthe figure below, OA a, OB b and BX meets OY at C.


4 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 2 Turn over1622, The amount of money contributed by a group of students during a fundraising for needystudent was as shown in te table below. On the grid provided, draw an ogive to represent the data919285Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019122 Amount Ksh 301-400 401-00 s01 600 601-700 701-800 801-900 901-1000Number of students 2 10 12 4 7 3 2 marks Use the graph to estimate: themedian; mark Gi the quantile deviation; G marks ii the percentage number of students who contributed at least Ksh750.50. 2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 20191928s nv Turn over18 23, Inthe figure below, OA a, OB b and BX meets OY at C. OX:OA 1:2 and BYYAA oO a Express in terms of a and b:BA; 1 mark i OY; mats Gi BX. 1 mark Given that OC HOY and BC KBX, determine the values of hand 6 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019919285 m2192A. Avaperian PORS wih vertgs PO, 2 . 016, 2 R64 and S28 mapped oto PO'R'Sbysrmsforaon an -2 9 . A Find the cooninaes of OR ears Onthe grid provided draw PORS and its image P'Q R'S . 2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 201912219285 Turn over20 Find P"QR SY, the image of P'Q R'S under the transformation mat 4 0x-fi my ii Onthe same grid draw P'Q'R'S . Mark Find igle matrix that maps P Q R"S onto P Q R S .


016, 2 R64 and S28 mapped oto PO'R'Sbysrmsforaon an -2 9 . A Find the cooninaes of OR ears Onthe grid provided draw PORS and its image P'Q R'S . 2 marks Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 201912219285 Turn over20 Find P"QR SY, the image of P'Q R'S under the transformation mat 4 0x-fi my ii Onthe same grid draw P'Q'R'S . Mark Find igle matrix that maps P Q R"S onto P Q R S . 2 marks ii Describe fully the transformation that maps P"Q R'S" onto P Q'R'S' 2 marks THIS IS THE LAST PRINTED PAGE.Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, 2019 919285 12.


BUSINESS PAPER 220111. A Explain the following types of inflation: i demand-pull inflation ii cost-push inflation iii imported inflation iv structural inflation. 8marks b Explain six factors that may hinder the development of a country. 12 marks a Explain five circumstances under which containerization may be used to transportgoods. 10 marks b i Explain the procedure for making an insurance claim. 5 marks ii A farmer's house valued at Ksh. 1,200,000 was insured against fire forKsh. 900,000 under the "with average clause". Fire occurred and damaged thehouse causing a loss of Ksh. 500,000. Determine the value of compensationdueto the farmer. 5 marks a Discuss five factors that may be considered when choosing a method for promotingaproduct. 10 marks b Describe five features of economic resources. 10 marks a Explain five benefits that may accrue to an organization that adopts an open officeplan. 10 marks For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.com b Discuss five circumstances under which a partnership may be dissolved. 10marks a Amboseli Roses is a horticultural company producing flowers. Explain six factorsthatmay influence the choice of a channel for distributing its products. 12 marks a Give four reasons for maintaining books of original entry. 8 marks a Discuss five causes of unfavourable balance of payment for most developingcountries. 10 marks For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.com b The following balances were extracted from the books of Rehema Traders on1st January, 2007.Kshs. Capital600,000Creditors180,000Motor van200,000Furniture200,000Stock60,000Debtors80,000Cash240,000The following transactions took place during the year ended 31st December, 2007: i Sold furniture worth Ksh. 60,000 for which Ksh. 40,000 cash wasreceived and the balance was due at the end of the year. Ii Purchased goods worth Ksh. 100,000 for which cash of Ksh. 70,000 waspaid and the balance was still outstanding at the end of the year. Iii Cash Ksh.


40,000 cash wasreceived and the balance was due at the end of the year. Ii Purchased goods worth Ksh.100,000 for which cash of Ksh.70,000 waspaid and the balance was still outstanding at the end of the year. Iii Cash Ksh.10,000 was taken from the business by the proprietor to settle thespouse's hospital bill. Required:Draw Rehema Trader's balance sheet as at 31st December, 2007 showing the itemsintheir relevant classes. 10 marks For More Free KCSE past papers visit www.freekcsepastpapers.com.


AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com CEKENAS END OF TERM TWO EXAM 2023 443 1 AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 JULY AUGUST 2023 SECTION A: 30 MARKS Answer all questions in this section in the spaces provided 1. Give four reasons why farmers are encouraged to practice organic farming 2marks 2. Distinguish between GDP and GNP 2marks 3. What is meant by the following terms 2marks i Seed inoculation ii Seed dressing 4. Name four types of terraces 2marks 5. Name the routine field practice done by; a Removal of extra suckers in a banana stool 1mark b Removal of old stems down to level of top foliage in pyrethrum 1mark c Removal of suckers from coffee bushes 1mark 6. State three characteristics of phosphatic fertilizers 1.5marks 7. Explain the relationship between scarcity and choice as used in agricultural economics 1mark 8. Outline four ways by which crop pests are classified 2marks 9. State four advantages of land consolidation 2marks 10. Outline three benefits derived from trees used in agroforestry 1 marks 11. State four practices which improve light intensity in crop production 2marks 12. Give four factors that influence the quality of hay 2marks 13. Outline two other methods of conserving forage in the farm 1mark 14. State four factors that determine the demand of a commodity in a free market 2marks 15. Give four varieties of tomatoes grown for processing 2marks 16. State two advantages of mixed farming 1mark 17. Name any two land tenure systems practiced in Kenya 1mark SECTION B: 20 MARKS Answer all questions in the spaces provided 18. Illustrated below is a method of turning compost. Study the method and answer the questions that follow.


Name any two land tenure systems practiced in Kenya 1mark SECTION B: 20 MARKS Answer all questions in the spaces provided 18. Illustrated below is a method of turning compost. Study the method and answer the questions that follow. A Identify the method 1mark b Using arrows in the diagram, show how the turning is done before the manure can be taken to the field 2marks c After how long should the compost be ready for use 1mark AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com d Apart from the above named type of organic manure, name any other two types of organic manure 1mark 19. Below is a diagram of a tertiary operation. Study it and answer the questions that follow. I Name the operation 1mark ii Explain the process of performing the operation 1mark iii Name the implement that can be used to achieve the operation 1mark iv State the importance of carrying out the operation 2marks 20. Below is the diagram of a planting material. Study it and answer the questions that follow. A Label the parts labelled i, ii and iii 3marks b State two factors that determine seed rate 2marks 21. Below is the set up of three different types of soil. A State the aim of the experiment 1mark b State two ways of improving the soil structure labelled Z 1mark c Name three processes of rock weathering 3marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com SECTION C: 40 MARKS Answer any two questions from this section. 22. Study the following information which was extracted from Mr Kibui s farm records on 30th November 2022 and answer the questions that follow.


A State the aim of the experiment 1mark b State two ways of improving the soil structure labelled Z 1mark c Name three processes of rock weathering 3marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com SECTION C: 40 MARKS Answer any two questions from this section. 22. Study the following information which was extracted from Mr Kibui s farm records on 30th November 2022 and answer the questions that follow. Loans payable to bank Five milking cows 400 layers 20 goats Debts payable to cooperative Buildings and structures Bonus payable to workers Cattle feed in store Animals drugs in store Breakages to repair Cash at hand Cash in bank Spray equipment Debts receivable Ksh.300,000 Ksh.250,000 Ksh.80,000 Ksh.30,000 Ksh.20,000 Ksh.600,000 Ksh.19,000 Ksh.10,000 Ksh.4,000 Ksh.30,000 Ksh.20,000 Ksh.30,000 Ksh.12,000 Ksh.18,000 a Prepare a balance sheet for Mr Kibui s farm using the information above 8marks b Was Mr Kibui s business concern solvent or insolvent 1mark c Name any other financial statement that can be found in Mr Kibui s farm 1mark d Describe five factors to consider in siting farm structures 10marks 23. A Describe the procedure of silage making 5marks b State five effects of wind on crop production 5marks c State five precautions that should be observed when harvesting cotton 5marks d Why should it be advisable to use a nursery in crop production 5marks 24. A State five ways through which a farmer can adjust to risks and uncertainties in farming 5marks b Describe the marketing functions in agricultural economics 5marks .. c Describe the safety precautions a farmer should take when using herbicides 5marks .


A Describe the procedure of silage making 5marks b State five effects of wind on crop production 5marks c State five precautions that should be observed when harvesting cotton 5marks d Why should it be advisable to use a nursery in crop production 5marks 24. A State five ways through which a farmer can adjust to risks and uncertainties in farming 5marks b Describe the marketing functions in agricultural economics 5marks .. c Describe the safety precautions a farmer should take when using herbicides 5marks . D Explain five physical methods of pest control 5marks CEKENAS END OF TERM TWO EXAM 2023 443 2 AGRICULTURE PAPER 2 JULY AUGUST 2023 SECTION A: 30 MARKS Answer ALL questions in this section in the spaces provided 1. State four features of a good pig house 2marks 2. State four features of large white breed of pigs 2marks 3. Name three stages of liver fluke which occurs in the fresh water snail 1 marks 4. State four reasons for controlling livestock diseases 2marks 5. Name four factors which determine the maintenance requirements of an animal 2marks 6. Give four ways of stimulating milk let down in a dairy cow 2marks 7. Distinguish between the following pair of terms as used in livestock production a Ringing and crutching 1mark b Steaming up and flushing 1mark 8. Give four reasons for maintaining a wheel barrow in good working condition 2marks 9. State four symptoms of Newcastle disease in poultry 2marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 10. State four disadvantages of a tractor as a source of power 2marks 11. Give four conditions that reduces the quality of eggs for hatching 2marks 12. Name three methods that are used in selection of breeding stock in livestock production 1 marks 13. State four construction features necessary in a fish pond 2mark 14. Give an appropriate terms that refers to each of the following i Castrated chicken mark ii Young one of a rabbit mark 15.


Name three methods that are used in selection of breeding stock in livestock production 1 marks 13. State four construction features necessary in a fish pond 2mark 14. Give an appropriate terms that refers to each of the following i Castrated chicken mark ii Young one of a rabbit mark 15. State four methods of dehorning 2marks 16. State four disadvantages of in breeding 2marks SECTION B: 20 MARKS Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided 17. The diagram below represents farm tools and equipment. Study them and answer the questions that follow a Identify the tools and equipment J and K 2marks b State the uses of tools labelled L, M and N 3marks 18. The diagram below shows a livestock parasite a Identify the parasite 1mark b Explain how the parasite can be passed from; i Livestock to human beings 1mark ii Human beings to animals 1mark c State two control measures for the parasite in a zero grazing unit 2marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 19. Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow a Identify the parts labelled B D 2marks b State the function of part labelled A 1mark c State two adaptations of parts labelled C to its function 2marks 20. Below is an illustration of an activity carried out by a poultry farmer keeping layers a Give one reason for carrying out the practice in poultry layering 1mark b State two faults which can be detected using the method illustrated above 2marks c How can a farmer improve the following in poultry production i Hardness of egg shell 1mark ii Yellowness of egg York 1mark SECTION C: 40 MARKS Answer any TWO questions from this section in the spaces provided after question 23 21.


The diagram below shows a livestock parasite a Identify the parasite 1mark b Explain how the parasite can be passed from; i Livestock to human beings 1mark ii Human beings to animals 1mark c State two control measures for the parasite in a zero grazing unit 2marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 19. Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow a Identify the parts labelled B D 2marks b State the function of part labelled A 1mark c State two adaptations of parts labelled C to its function 2marks 20. Below is an illustration of an activity carried out by a poultry farmer keeping layers a Give one reason for carrying out the practice in poultry layering 1mark b State two faults which can be detected using the method illustrated above 2marks c How can a farmer improve the following in poultry production i Hardness of egg shell 1mark ii Yellowness of egg York 1mark SECTION C: 40 MARKS Answer any TWO questions from this section in the spaces provided after question 23 21. A Describe Ten causes of low egg production in layers 10marks b Discuss foot and mouth disease under the following headings: i Causal organism 1mark ii Livestock species attacked 2marks iii Symptoms of attack 4marks iv Control measures 3marks 22. A Outline five advantages of artificial insemination in cattle management 5marks b Explain five factors that a farmer should consider when sitting a bee hive to prevent swarming 5marks c Explain five precautions taken by dairy farmer to ensure clean milk production 10marks 23.


Below is an illustration of an activity carried out by a poultry farmer keeping layers a Give one reason for carrying out the practice in poultry layering 1mark b State two faults which can be detected using the method illustrated above 2marks c How can a farmer improve the following in poultry production i Hardness of egg shell 1mark ii Yellowness of egg York 1mark SECTION C: 40 MARKS Answer any TWO questions from this section in the spaces provided after question 23 21. A Describe Ten causes of low egg production in layers 10marks b Discuss foot and mouth disease under the following headings: i Causal organism 1mark ii Livestock species attacked 2marks iii Symptoms of attack 4marks iv Control measures 3marks 22. A Outline five advantages of artificial insemination in cattle management 5marks b Explain five factors that a farmer should consider when sitting a bee hive to prevent swarming 5marks c Explain five precautions taken by dairy farmer to ensure clean milk production 10marks 23. A State five characteristics of light breed of poultry 5marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com b Describe the operation of a four stroke cycle engine 12marks c State three good hygiene practices in livestock feeding 3marks EASTERN CLUSTER EXAMINATION 2023 443 1 JULY AUGUST 2023 AGRICULTURE PAPER ONE SECTION A 30Marks 1. What are the three aspects of light that are important to a farmer? 11 2 marks 2. Outline three ways of preparing materials before planting. 11 2 marks 3. List four advantages of timely planting. 2 marks 4. State two practices done during hardening-off of seedlings in a nursery bed. 1 mark 5. Givethree agricultural practices which lead to water pollution. 11 2 marks 6. Give the form in which the following elements are absorbed by crops. 1 mark i Sulphur- ii Nitrogen- 7. Outline four sources of capital in the farm. 2 marks 8.


1 mark i Sulphur- ii Nitrogen- 7. Outline four sources of capital in the farm. 2 marks 8. State four roles of organic matter in sandy soils . 2 marks 9. Name one crop that is propagated by each of the following. A Stem tuber - mark b Split - mark c Slip- mark 10. Give four factors that can increase seed rate in crop production. 2 marks 11. List four methods of farming. 2 marks 12. State four details that may be contained in an invoice. 2 marks 13. Give two examples for each of the following types of cost incurred in broiler production. 2marks a Fixed cost- b Variablecost - 14. List four post harvest practices that are carried out in maize production. 2mks 15. Under which type of farm records should each of the following items be entered? 2mks i Date of ploughing- ii Milk yield - iii Date cow was served iv Vaccination against Newcastle disease- 16. Give four ways in which land consolidation helps to improve land management. 2mks 17. State four advantages of drip irrigation in a farm. 2mks SECTION B 20Marks 18. A plot of land measures 6.6m long by 3.6m wide. This plot is prepared for planting cabbages at a spacing of 60cm by 60cm. The outermost rows start at 30 cm from the edges all around the plot. Showing your working, calculate: i The number of the rows falling on the width side of the plot. 2mks ii The number of cabbage seedlings that should be planted on the plot . 3mks 19. The following are illustrations of tea pruning methods. Study them carefully and answer the questions that follow. AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a Identify the pruning methods illustrated above . 2 marks b Give three reasons for pruning tea. 3 marks 20. Below is a diagram showing soil erosion control method. Cultivated land with crops a Identify the structure used to control soil erosion.


3 marks 20. Below is a diagram showing soil erosion control method. Cultivated land with crops a Identify the structure used to control soil erosion. 1mark b What is the function of the structure shown in the diagram above? 1 mark c State three effects if water was allowed into the cultivated land. 3marks 21. Below are photographs of common pests. Use them to answer the questions that follow. PQ a Identify the pests above P Q 2 marks b Describe the damage caused by pest P. 1 mark c State two ways of controlling the pests 2 marks SECTION C 40Marks Answer any two questions in this section 22. A Describe seven cultural methods of controlling pests in crops. 7 marks b Explain management practices carried out on an agro-forestry tree nursery. 8 marks c Explain five advantages of grass-legume pasture over pure grass pasture. 5 marks 23. A Describe seven cultural methods of weed control. 7 marks b Explain six advantages of crop rotation. 6 marks c Discuss the harvesting of pyrethrum under the following sub headings. I Harvesting procedure. 4 marks ii Precautions during harvesting. 3 marks 24. A The following information was extracted from Makini Farm Records for the financial year ending on 30th June 2022. Use it to prepare a profit and loss account for the farm. 6 marks Rent received Sh. 10,000 Egg sale Sh. 60,000 Repair of tractor Sh. 30,000 Soil Uncultivated land Water movement A BAGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com Opening valuation Sh. 80,000 Interest on Bank loan Sh. 20,000 Tax paid Sh. 40,000 Closing valuation. Sh. 90,000 Purchase of farm inputs Sh. 90,000 Debts receivable from farmers co-op society Ksh 100,000 Maize sales Sh. 55,000 b State four benefits of a farmer having land title deed. 4 marks c Outline disadvantages of monocropping. 5 marks d Outline five factors which determine the quality of hay.


55,000 b State four benefits of a farmer having land title deed. 4 marks c Outline disadvantages of monocropping. 5 marks d Outline five factors which determine the quality of hay. 5 marks EASTERN CLUSTER EXAMINATION 2023 443 2 JULY AUGUST 2023 AGRICULTURE PAPER TWO SECTION A: 30 MARKS 1. State four roles of a worker bee 2mks 2. Name two tools used for cutting galvanized iron pipes. 1mk 3. State four maintenance requirements of a jackplane 2mks 4. List two tools used for laying concrete blocks when constructing a wall 1mk 5. How does crossbreeding improve livestock production? 1mk 6. State four disadvantages of natural mating as a method of breeding in dairy cattle management. 2mks 7. Name four systems of a tractor engine 2mks 8. What is dry cow therapy? 1mk 9. State four maintenance practices of a disc plough 2mks 10. Give two reasons for using litter in a poultry house 1mk 11. State four disadvantages of fold system in poultry rearing 2mks 12. State four practices that come immediately after complete milking in a milking shed. 2mks 13. State two ways of restraining cattle during routine management 1mk 14. Distinguish between the following practices as used in livestock production. A Crutching and Ringing in sheep management. 1mk b Cropping and harvesting in fish farming. 1mk 15. State the gestation period for each of the following. A Cow: 12mks b Sow: 12mks c Ewe: 12mks d Rabbit: 12mks 16. State four causes of egg eating in a flock of layers 2mks 17. State four signs of broodiness in a hen 2mks 18. List four categories of livestock diseases. 2mks SECTION B: 20MKS 19. The illustration below shows a cross section of a cattle dip.


List four categories of livestock diseases. 2mks SECTION B: 20MKS 19. The illustration below shows a cross section of a cattle dip. AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a Name the parts labelled E and G. 1mk b State one use for each of the parts labelled E, F and G. 3mks 20. A Name two maintenance practices for a wire fence. 1mk b The diagram below shows a cross section of a fish pond. Name the part labelled J and K 1mk c State one function of the part labelled L 1mk d Give one reason why the pond should have a deep end. 1mk e Explain how fingerlings are introduced into a pond. 2mks 21. The illustrations below show a practice carried out to prevent mastitis infection in a dairy cow a Identify the practice 1mk b At what stage is the practice carried out? 1mk c State two other practices that are carried out on the udder to prevent mastitis infection. 1mk 22. The diagram below shows calf presentation during parturition a Name the presentation labeled: M N 2mk b Which one of the two presentations requires the services of a qualified stockman? 1mk c State two signs of parturition observed on the vulva 2mks d Give four reasons for livestock breeding 2mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com SECTION C Answer any two questions from this section. 23. A Describe the uses of five materials Equipment that are required for hand milking 10mks b Describe the management practices that ensure proper hygiene in a deep litter poultry house. 6mks c State four disadvantages of using live fences on the farm 4mks 24.


23. A Describe the uses of five materials Equipment that are required for hand milking 10mks b Describe the management practices that ensure proper hygiene in a deep litter poultry house. 6mks c State four disadvantages of using live fences on the farm 4mks 24. A Explain five structural requirements for a grain store 5mks b Describe five body conformation features of a dairy heifer 5mks c Describe the activities that take place during the digestion process in the rumen of a cow. 5mks d State differences between a diesel engine and a petrol engine 5mks 25. A Describe the cycle of a four stroke petrol engine. 12mks b State four signs of external parasite infestation in livestock 4mks c Give four harmful effects of liver fluke in sheep rearing 4mks MOKASA I MOCK 443 1 AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 SECTION A 30 MARKS 1. Name four biotic factors that influence agriculture negatively. 2marks 2. State four activities that may be undertaken in organic farming. 2marks 3. Give four reasons for early preparation of a seedbed in crop production. 2marks 4. Give two reasons why crops do not do well in waterlogged soils. 1mark 5. Name four farming practices that may lead to soil erosion. 2marks 6. Give four causes of poor drainage on farmland. 2marks 7. State four advantages of a mixed grass legume pasture over a pure grass pasture. 2marks 8. Give a solution for each of the following properties of nitrogenous fertilizer when applying to crops. A Easily leached to lower horizons. 12 b Are highly volatile. 12 c Are hygroscopic. 12 9. Give two ways in which records help farmers to obtain loans from money lending agencies.


12 c Are hygroscopic. 12 9. Give two ways in which records help farmers to obtain loans from money lending agencies. 1mark 10. State four benefits of land consolidation. 2marks 11. State four ways in which humus is beneficial to a growing crop. 2marks 12. State four disadvantages of chemical pest control. 2marks 13. Define the term integrated pest management 12 14. State four factors considered when selecting planting material for forage crops. 2marks 15. State four disadvantages of broadcasting seeds during planting. 2marks 16. Name two sources of underground water. 1mark 17. State four factors that would determine the number of secondary cultivations to be carried out on a seedbed before planting. 2marks 18. State two characteristics of a good vegetable seedling. 1mark SECTION B 20 MARKS 19. A member of the young farmers club was advised to apply a complete compound fertilizer 30-20-10 in a tomato plot measuring 10m by 5m at the rate of 300kg per hectare. A Give the percentage of nitrogen N and phosphorus pentoxide 2 5 in the fertilizer. AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 2marks Nitrogen N .. Phosphorus pentoxide 2 5 b Calculate the amount of fertilizer the member would require for the plot. 3marks 20. The diagram below illustrates a field management practice in tomatoes. Study it and answer the questions that follow. A Identify the field practice. 1 mark b Name two materials used in the practice illustrated above. 2 marks c State three reasons for carrying out the practice above. 3 marks 21.


Below is diagram of a cow suffering from a deficiency disease? Study it and answer the question that follows. A Identify the diseases of the above animal is suffering from. 1mk b What stage of the state of the body condition encourages the disease above? 1mk c List two symptoms of the above disease. 1mk d Give one control measure of the identified disease. 2mks 20. Study the diagram of the tools labelled L,M,N and P and answer the following questions. Name the tools labelled L,M,N and P and give their uses. 4mk Identity Use L M N P 21. A Name two major physical differences between Bactrian and dromedary breed of camel. 2mks b Name four dairy breeds of dairy goats. 2mks c Name one characteristic of goats that make them perform better in the dry parts of the Country. 2mks 22. Study the diagram of a calf pen illustrated below. P L N MAGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a Name the type of floor shown in the diagram. 1mk b What is the purpose of the floor begin raised. 1mk c Name two factors considered when siting a calf pen. 1mk d Give one function of good ventilation in the animal house. 1mk SECTION C 40 MARKS Answer any two questions from this section. 23. A Describe newcastle disease under the following sub-headings i Causal organism. 1mk ii Symptoms of attack. 6mks iii Control measures 3mks 24. A Explain seven ways in which ticks can be controlled on a livestock farm. 7mks b State four disadvantages of using live fences on a farm. 4mrks c Describe nine advantages of the battery cage system of rearing layers. 9mks 25. A Give five reasons for keeping livestock health. 5mks b Describe the process of digestion in the small intestines of a non-ruminant animals. 5mks c Describe six diseases control routine management practices in calf rearing.


A Give five reasons for keeping livestock health. 5mks b Describe the process of digestion in the small intestines of a non-ruminant animals. 5mks c Describe six diseases control routine management practices in calf rearing. 6mks d Describe the procedure of stocking a bee hive. 4mks MURANG A SOUTH MOCK 443 1 AGRICULTURE paper 1 SECTION A 30 MKS ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THE SPACES PROVIDED 1. Give four advantages of intensive farming. 2 mks 2. Give two reasons for testing soil 1 mk 3. Give four reasons for deep ploughing during land preparation 2 mks 4. Name four books of accounts 2 mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 5. State three care and management required of agro forestry trees 1 mks 6. State four factors affecting the quality of farm yard manure 2 mks 7. List four details recorded in a field operation record 2 mks 8. Give four indicators of a plant lacking adequate nitrogen 2 mks 9. Give four reasons why farmers may choose seeds over vegetative materials during planting 2 mks 10. Define the following terms as used in crop production. 1 mks 11. Give the various methods of pegging tea. 1 mk 12. State four limitations of individual owner operator land tenure system 2 mks 13. State four processes that lead to formation of gully erosion 2 mks 14. Give four benefits of weeds 2 mks 15. Name three categories of crop diseases 1 mks 16. State the law of substitution 1mks 17. State five factors that affects the supply of a given commodity in the market 2 mks SECTION B 20 MKS ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THE SPACES PROVIDED 18. The photograph below illustrates a method of irrigation a . Identify the method of irrigation illustrated above. 1 mk b . State three maintenance practice that are carried out on the equipment used in the illustrated above 3 mks c .


Identify the method of irrigation illustrated above. 1 mk b . State three maintenance practice that are carried out on the equipment used in the illustrated above 3 mks c . Give one advantage of drip irrigation has over the method of irrigation illustrated as above in crop disease control. 1 mk AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 19. The table below shows the population and Gross National Income of countries A and B. COUNTRY Gross National Income Millions KShs. POPULATION million A 1800 36 B 1200 15 a . Calculate the per capita income for each country. Show your working 2 mks b . Which of the two countries is more developed economically? 1 mk c . Give a reason for your answer in b above 1 mk d . How can agriculture increase the Gross National Income of a country? 1 mk 20. The following diagrams show various samples of soil aggregates a . Identify the type of soil structures 2 mks b . Briefly explain how soil structure N can be improved 2mks c . Name two places where soil labeled S can be found. 2mks 21. Use the diagram below to answer the questions a . Identify the sorghum variety shown 1 mk b . State two birds pests that commonly attack the crop 2 mks c . Name two other varieties commonly grown by farmers 2 mks SECTION C 40 MKS ANSWER ANY TWO QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION IN THE SPACES PROVIDED 22. A . Describe the production of dry beans under the following sub headings i Varieties 2 mks ii . Selection of planting materials 3 mks iii Post harvesting practices of dry beans 5 mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com b . Explain five physical methods of pest control 6 mks c . Explain four factors that determine seed rate 4 mks 23. A . Describe the seven management practices that should be carried out on a vegetable nursery after sowing seeds until the seedlings are ready for transplanting 7 mks b . Describe the cultural methods of controlling soil erosion 7 mks c .


A . Describe the seven management practices that should be carried out on a vegetable nursery after sowing seeds until the seedlings are ready for transplanting 7 mks b . Describe the cultural methods of controlling soil erosion 7 mks c . Explain how farmers may adjust to uncertainties in a farming business 6 mks 24 . A Describe the production of carrots under the following sub headings i . Land preparation 3 mks ii . Planting 4 mks b . Explain six farming practices that destroy soil structure 6 mks c . I . What is solifluction erosion? 1 mk ii . Explain six factors influencing mass wasting solifluction 6 mks MURANG A SOUTH END OF TERM TWO 2023 EXAMINATION 443 2 AGRICULTURE PAPER 2 1. Give four effects of livestock disease in agriculture production 2 mks 2. Give four effects of external parasites that are harmful to livestock 2 mks 3. State four desirable qualities of a livestock ration 2 mks 4. List two tools used for each of the following farm operations. I . Tightening barbed wires during fencing 1 mk ii . Smoothening concrete floors during plastering 1 mk 5. Name four rabbit breeds reared in Kenya. 2 mks 6. Name four parts of the animal preferred by a two host tick. 2 mks 7. State four functions of calcium in animal nutrition 2 mks 8. Outline four advantages of artificial insemination in cattle management. 2 mks 9. State four causes of infertility in dairy cattle 2mks 10. State four management practices in fish rearing. 2 mks 11. State two harmful effects of mites to livestock 1 mk 12. State four qualities of marketable eggs 2mks 13. State four advantages of artificial calf rearing 2mks 14. Name four parts of a farm building that can be reinforced using concrete. 2 mks 15. Give four symptoms of milk fever in dairy cows 2mks SECTION B 20 MKS ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION IN THE SPACES PROVIDED. 16. The diagram below shows a type of a farm gate.


Give four symptoms of milk fever in dairy cows 2mks SECTION B 20 MKS ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION IN THE SPACES PROVIDED. 16. The diagram below shows a type of a farm gate. Study the diagram and answer the questions that follow. AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a . Identify the type of the gate shown mk b . Name the parts labeled C, D and E. 1 mks c . I . State one function of the part labeled F. 1mk ii . State two functions of the gate illustrated above 2 mks 17. The diagram below illustrates a livestock parasite. A . Identify the parasite illustrated above 1 mk b . State the major harmful effects of the parasite 1 mk c . Explain three control measures for the parasite 3 mks 18. The diagram below illustrates the reproductive system of a farm animal. Study it and answer the questions that follow. A . Name the parts labeled A, B, C and D 2 mks b State the functions of the part labeled A. 1 mk c . Give two signs of oestrus in cows 2 mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 19. The diagram below shows a farm implement. Study it and answer the questions that follow. I. Identify the farm implement illustrated in the diagram above. 1mk ii. Name the parts labeled G, H, J and K 2mks iii. State two functions of the farm implement illustrated above. 2mks SECTION C 40 MKS ANSWER ANY TWO QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION. 20. A . Describe the management practices that a farmer should carry out to improve milk 10 mks b . Explain the daily maintenance practices that should be carried out on a farm tractor. 10 mks 21. A . Give five management practices a farmer should carry out to control parasite infestation in livestock 5 mks b . Describe the control measures for cannibalism in layers 5 mks c . Discuss foot and mouth disease under the following headings i. causal organisms ii. Livestock species attacked 2 mks iii.


Discuss foot and mouth disease under the following headings i. causal organisms ii. Livestock species attacked 2 mks iii. Symptoms of attack 4 mks iv. Control measures 3 mks 22. A . Describe the milking procedure under the following sub headings: 5 mks i. Pre milking practices ii. Procedure of proper milking 5 mks b . Describe the management of growers in poultry rearing. 5 mks c . Explain five factors that affect the digestibility of a feed material 5 mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com MUMIAS WEST JOINT EVALUATION TEST - 2023 443 1 AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 SECTION A 30 marks Answer ALL the questions in this section in the spaces provided. 1 Name three branches of horticulture. 1 marks 2 List two advantages of mixed farming. 1 mark 3 State two advantages of metal water pipes over plastic pipes in piping water in the farm. 1 mark 4 List two ways in which a soil of pH 3 can be raised to pH 5. 1 mark 5 State two field practices that can ensure efficient utilization of Urea fertilizer in a field of maize. 1 mark 6 Give three advantages of tissue culture in crop propagation. 1 mark 7 List three advantages of grass legume mixture. 1 mark 8 State four conditions limiting shifting cultivation. 2marks 9 State four factors that can affect the efficiency of pesticides. 2 marks 10 State four advantages of land consolidation 2 marks 11 Give two ways in which afforestation help in land reclamation. 1 mark 12 Give five reasons for processing of farm produce. 2 marks 13 Differentiate between a labour utilization analysis and muster roll as used in labour records. 2 marks 14 State three effects of weeds in a pasture crop. 1 marks 15 State four disadvantages of land fragmentation. 2 marks 16 Name three ways in which a cropping system help in controlling soil erosion. 1 marks 17 Name any two crops propagated through suckers. 1 mark 18 Give four advantages of minimum tillage.


2 marks 16 Name three ways in which a cropping system help in controlling soil erosion. 1 marks 17 Name any two crops propagated through suckers. 1 mark 18 Give four advantages of minimum tillage. 2 marks 19 State four precautions a farmer should observe when harvesting pyrethrum. 2 marks SECTION B 20 marks Answer ALL the questions in this section in the spaces provided. 20 The diagram below shows an experiment set up using three different sets of soil, and the observations made after 24hrs. Study the diagram and answer the questions that follow. AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a What is the experiment set up above designed to study. 1 mark b Name the three soil types H, J and K 3 marks c State how a farmer would improve the structure of the soil type K. 1 mark 21 The diagram below illustrates a final seedbed after a tertiary operation done during land preparation. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow i Name the tertiary operation carried out on the seedbed 1 mark ii Describe how the tertiary operation named in i above is carried out. 2 marks iii Give two advantages of planting crops on the final seedbed illustrated above. 2 marks 22 The diagram below shows a method of forage preservation. I Identify the structure illustrated above. 1mark ii State the form in which forage is conserved as illustrated above. 1mark iii Give the role of the following in the structure above. A Polythene sheet. 1mark b Drainage 1mark c Name one fodder crop that is conserved by the use of this method 1mark AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 23 The diagram above illustrates a bird labeled A which is a crop pest. A Identify the crop pest. 1 mark b State two ways by which the bird causes losses in crops. 2 marks c State two ways of controlling the crop pest 2marks SECTION C 40 marks 24.


A Identify the crop pest. 1 mark b State two ways by which the bird causes losses in crops. 2 marks c State two ways of controlling the crop pest 2marks SECTION C 40 marks 24. A Describe the procedure of harvesting coffee 5marks b State and explain any five cultural method of controlling weeds 10marks c Explain five advantages of mulching 5marks 25. Describe the production of carrot under the following sub-headings i Land preparation 3marks ii Planting 3marks c Identify and explain five factors determining spacing of a particular crop? 10marks d Explain four effects of high temperature on crop production 4marks 26 a Explain five structural structures used to control soil erosion. 10 marks b Describe ten cultural methods used in controlling crops pests. 10 marks MUMIAS WEST SUB-COUNTY JOINT EXAMINATION 443 2 AGRICULTURE PAPER 2 SECTION A: 30 MARKS Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided 1. State the function of the following. 2mks a Trocar and canula b Stock and die c Strip cup d Mallet 2. Explain two maintenance practices that should be done on a slasher. 1mk 3. State the origin of each of the following dairy cattle. 1mk a Friesian b Jersey 4. List four reasons for keeping livestock. 2mks 5. Give the reasons why when hand milking the following should be observed. 3mks a Milk quickly and evenly b Milk at regular intervals c Practice complete milking 6. What is dry cow therapy? 1mk 7. Give two reasons for growing grass around the fish pond. 1mk 8. State four characteristics of desirable eggs for marketing. 2mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 9. Give two reasons for using litter in a poultry house. 1mk 10. State four signs of anthrax infection observed in the carcass of cattle. 2mks 11. State three practices that should be carried out on wooden fence to make it last long.


State four signs of anthrax infection observed in the carcass of cattle. 2mks 11. State three practices that should be carried out on wooden fence to make it last long. 11 2mks 12. State two maintenance practices carried out on a piggery unit. 1mk 13. State two advantages of contemporary comparison method of selecting breeding stock. 1mk 14. State three signs of heat in sows. 11 2mks 15. Name two methods of computing livestock ration. 1mk 16. Give the meaning of the following terms as used in livestock health. A Disease 1mk b Vaccination 1mk c Zoonotic disease 1mk 17. State two control measures for keds in sheep. 1mk 18. Name one livestock disease that is transmitted by each of the following parasites. 2mks a Blue tick b Brown ear ticks c Tsetse fly d Brown tick 19. Give the appropriate term that refers; a Castrated chicken. 1 2mk b Young one of a rabbit 1 2mk c Mature male goat . 1 2mk 20. State three characteristics of Duroc jersey pigs. 11 2mks SECTION B 20 Marks Answer ALL questions in the spaces provided 21. Study the diagrams S and T below and answer the questions below. A Identify the tools S and T. 2mks b Under what condition would you require to use tool T rather than tool S. 1mk c Explain two maintenance practices for the above tools. 2mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 22. Study the diagram below. A Outline two reasons for raddling. 2mks b Using letter R, indicate on the diagram the site of ringing. 1mk c Using letter C, show the position of breeding chutes. 1mk d On the same diagram, show the site of docking. 1mk 23. The diagram below shows a livestock parasite. A Identify the parasite.


1mk 23. The diagram below shows a livestock parasite. A Identify the parasite. .. 1mk b Explain how the parasite is passed from; i Livestock to human beings. 1mk ii Human beings to livestock. 1mk c Explain two control measures for the parasite in a zero grazing unit. 2mks 24. The diagram below shows the digestive system of cattle. Study it and answer the questions that follow. A Name the parts labelled N, P and Q. 3mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com b State the function of T. 1mk c Give the name of an enzyme produced by the part labelled R. 1mk SECTION C 40 Marks Answer ANY TWO questions from this section in the spaces provided. 25. A Describe pneumonia disease under the following sub-headings. A Causal organisms 1mk b Animal affected 2mks c Predisposing factors 2mks d Symptoms 5mks e Control measures 3mks b Describe seven physical characteristics a poultry farmer would use to identify poor layers from a flock of hens. 7mks 26. A Give the functions of any five materials equipment required for hand milking. 10mks b State five indicators that can be observed on a goat to confirm sickness. 5mks c State five advantages of embryo transplant. 5mks 27. A State the disadvantages of using live fences on the farm. 6mks b Give four reasons why bees may swarm from a hive. 4mks c State four factors which determine the amount of food an animal can consume. 5mks d State five reasons why dromedary Camelus dromedaries species of camels is well adapted to Northern part of Kenya. 5mks MECS CLUSTER JOINT EXAMINATION 443 1 PAPER 1 SECTION A 30marks . Answer all Questions in this section 1. Name two branches of horticulture. 1marks 2. List two advantages of mixed farming.


Name two branches of horticulture. 1marks 2. List two advantages of mixed farming. 1 mark 3. State two advantages of metal water pipes over plastic pipes in piping water in the farm. 1 mark 4 a State two characteristics of extensive farming system. 1marks b List four characteristic of fertile soil 2maks 5. Give four advantages of raising cabbage seedlings in a nursery before transplanting 2maks 6. State four benefits of a land title deed to a farmer 2marks 7. State four factors which should be considered when deciding type of irrigation on crop production 2marks 8. Give two ways by which overstocking encourage soil erosion. 1mark 9. State two physical agent of weathering 1mark 10. State four objectives of the million-acre scheme. 2marks 11. State four symptoms of attack by the bean fly in bean production. 2marks 12. A State any four measures that are taken to minimize water pollution in the farm. 2 marks b . Outline four ways through which soil loses its fertility. 2 marks 13. List Four practices that achieve minimum tillage. 2 marks 14. A List four farming practices that can be carried out to increase the amount of light harnessed by crops. 1 marks 15. State two ways of preparing planting materials before planting 1mark 16. State four ways of increasing labour efficiency on the farm 2marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 17. State four factors which may affect the quality of Hay. 2 marks SECTION B 20 MARKS Answer ALL the questions in this section in the spaces provided. 18. The diagram below shows an experiment set up using three different sets of soil, and the observations made after 24hrs. Study the diagram and answer the questions that follow. A What is the experiment set up above designed to study. 1 mark b Name soil types B and C. 2 marks c What are the characteristic textures of the soil type A and C 2 marks 19. The diagrams below show a practice carried out on various crops on the farm. Study them carefully and answer the questions that follow.


2 marks c What are the characteristic textures of the soil type A and C 2 marks 19. The diagrams below show a practice carried out on various crops on the farm. Study them carefully and answer the questions that follow. Before after a Identify the farm practice represented by B. 1mark b State one the importance of the above practice in the following crops. 3marks i Maize ii Irish Potatoes iii Tobacco c At what stage of growth should the above practice be carried out in maize. 1mark 20. Study the farm record below and the questions that follow: Date Disease symptoms Animals affected Drug used Cost of treatment Remarks a Identity of the record 1mark b State two different information that should be entered in the remarks column 2marks c Give two importance of keeping the farm record illustrated above 2marks 21. The diagram below illustrates common weeds in arable land, study them carefully and answer the questions that follow. A BAGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a Identify the weed labeled C and D 2marks b . Classify the weed labeled C according to plant morphology. 1 mark c . Explain the reason why it is difficult to control the weed labeled D. 2 marks SECTION C ANSWER ONLY TWO QUESTION 40 MARKS 22. Describe the management of cabbages under the following sub-headings. A Nursery preparation and establishment 7 marks b Management of seedlings in the nursery 5 marks c Transplanting of seedlings 8 marks 23 a Explain five ways government policy contributes to Agriculture. 5 marks b Explain any five factors considered when spacing crops. 10marks c Describe the advantages of mixed grass -legume pasture over a pure grass pasture 5marks 24 a State and explain four ways in which soil loses its fertility 8marks b State the precautions that should be observed when harvesting cotton. 4marks c Explain four importance of crop rotation. 8marks MECS CLUSTER JOINT EXAMINATION 443 2 AGRICULTURE PAPER TWO SECTION A 30MARKS INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION IN THE SPACES PROVIDED. 1.


4marks c Explain four importance of crop rotation. 8marks MECS CLUSTER JOINT EXAMINATION 443 2 AGRICULTURE PAPER TWO SECTION A 30MARKS INSTRUCTIONS: ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION IN THE SPACES PROVIDED. 1. Name two camel species reared in arid and semi-arid areas. 1mark 2. Give one reason why fresian s milk is more whitish while jersey milk is yellowish. 1mark 3. State two roles of a drone in a bee hive 2maks 4. What do you understand by the term raddling as used in sheep management. 1mark 5. List four conditions that an animal structure should meet in order to help in controlling livestock diseases. 2marks 6. List four physical characteristics of a dairy cow. 2marks 7. Distinguish between stress and vices as used in poultry production 1mark 8. State two circumstances that would lead a farmer to cull a high producing cow 1mark 9. List four factors that may inhibit milk let down in dairy cattle. 2marks 10. Name the other tool used together with each of the following a Canula 1mark b Hypodermic needle 11. Name four mineral deficiency livestock disorders 2marks 12. Give four ways in which a farmer can restrain a bull on the farm 2marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 13. Name four components of milk 2marks 14. List four factors that affect the digestibility of a feed 2marks 15. Give two symptoms of brucellosis in a cow 1mark 16. Differentiate between drift and pen lambing 1mark 17. State four abnormalities observed during egg candling 2marks 18. State four characteristics of succulent roughages 2marks 19. List four features on the animal which may predispose it to livestock disease 2marks SECTION B 20 MARKS ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION 20. The diagram below illustrate the stages of life cycle of a tick. Study it and answer the questions that follow.


List four features on the animal which may predispose it to livestock disease 2marks SECTION B 20 MARKS ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION 20. The diagram below illustrate the stages of life cycle of a tick. Study it and answer the questions that follow. A Describe the life cycle of the tick above 4marks b Classify the tick on the basis of the life cycle. 1mark 21. The diagram labelled A and B below show the teeth arrangements in workshop tools. A Identify the tools represented by the teeth arrangement. A and B 2marks b State one functional difference between tools represented by the teeth arrangement A and B. 1marks c Give two maintenance practices for the tools represented by the teeth arrangement shown above. 2marks 22. Study the illustration of fences below and answer the questions that follow X Y a Name the type of fences X Y illustrated above 2mark b Name the correct tool used in maintenance of the fence Y. 1mark c State two advantages that fence Y may have over fence X 2mark 23. The diagram below shows a method of incubation in poultry rearing. AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a Identify the method of incubation shown above. 1mark b State four advantages of the method of incubation identified in a above. 4marks SECTION C 40 MARKS ANSWER ANY TWO QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION 24 a Describe ten routine management practices carried out during calf rearing 10marks b Explain five functions of water in livestock nutrition 5marks c Outline any five advantages of a battery cage system 5marks 25 a Outline ten differences between a spray race and a cattle dip 10marks b State five structural requirement for a good grain store 5marks c Describe foot and mouth under the following sub headings. I Casual organism 1mark ii Symptoms of attack 4marks 26 a Describe ten characteristics of a poor layer.


2 marks 6. The table below shows pH values of different soil samples. Study it and answer the questions that follow. Soil Sample pH value S1 3 S2 4 S3 5 S4 6 S5 7 S6 8 S7 9 S8 10 a Which soil sample has the highest acidity? 1 2mark b State two ways in which the pH value of sample S 10 can be lowered. 1 mark c Which of the above soil samples is suitable for growing tea? 11 2 marks 7. Calculate the plant population per hectare of a maize crop planted at a spacing of 100cm x 50cm. Show your working. 2 marks 8. A State four advantages of crop rotation. 2 marks b State four factors considered when designing a crop rotation programme 2 marks 9. A State four practices which encourage soil erosion 2 marks b Name two forms of gulley erosion 1 mark 10. Give a weed for each case, which has the following effect on cattle: a Poisoning 1 2mark b Tainting milk when eaten before milking 1 2mark 11. State four advantages of land consolidation 2 marks 12. Name five sources of agriculture credit in Kenya 2 marks 13. List two examples of working capital in crop production. 1 mark 14. State the use of the following in farm accounting: 1 marks a Balance sheet b Inventory c Cash book 15. State four problems that farmers are likely to face when marketing their produce. 2marks SECTION B 20 MARKS Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided 16. A List two sites on which agro Forestry trees can be established on a farm 2marks b State four benefits of agro forestry to a maize crop. 2 marks 17. The diagram labeled D below shows a Kale crop invested by a pest Cotton woolAGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com i Identify the pest. 1 mark ii What damage does the pest cause to the crop?


Starch equivalent. 4. State four factors that are considered when selecting eggs for marketing 2mks 5. State four qualities of a good beef preferred by consumers 2mks 6. Give four characteristics of a good livestock house. 2mks 7. State four conditions that make a cow hold milk during milking. 2mks 8. Name four structures which would assist in the control of livestock parasite in the farm. 2mks 9. Give three uses of biogas in the farm. 11 2mks 10. State four limitations of a tractor as a source of power on the farm. 2mks 11. Give the appropriate term that refers to each of the following: 2mks a. Young one of a Rabbit. B. Mature male goat. C. Mature male pig. D. Mature female Rabbit. 12. Name four beef cattle breeds 2mks 13. State four control measures for foot rot. 2mks 14. State four reasons for castration in livestock production. 2mks 15. State four methods of fish preservation. 2mks 16. Name four causes of livestock diseases. 2mks 17. List two ways in which farmers market beef cattle in Kenya. 1mk 18. Define the term Zoonotic disease. 1mk SECTION B 20 MARKS Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided. 19. The diagram below illustrate a practice in poultry rearing. AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a. Identify the practice 1mk b. Name the part labeled E F 2mk c. Explain two activities not shown in the illustration but very important for the practice to succeed 2mks 20. Below is an illustration of a practice carried out in poultry. A i. Identify the practice. 1mk ii. Give one reason why the use of hot iron is recommended for the practice illustrated. 1mk b Name two poultry vices controlled by the practice illustrated. 2mks c State one feeding practice that helps to control these poultry vices 1mk 21. The diagram below represents parts of a roof. A.


2mks c State one feeding practice that helps to control these poultry vices 1mk 21. The diagram below represents parts of a roof. A. Identify the parts rebelled A and C 2mk AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com b. State two types of materials that may be used for the part labeled D 2mks c. Give one disadvantage of using thatch for the part rebelled B 1mk 22. A 100 kg pig ration containing 18 crude protein was to be made from wheat bran 3 crude protan and cotton seed cake 28 crude protan . Using the person s square. Calculate of each feedstuff needed to prepare the ration. 5mks SECTION C 4O MARKS Answer any two questions from this section in the spaces provided after question 23. 23. A Outline the procedure of harvesting honey from the Kenya top bar hive 9mks b Outline seven importance of keeping livestock healthy. 7mks c State four methods of preserving fish. 4mks 24. A State five disadvantage of artificial insemination 5mks b State five differences between ruminant and nun-ruminant digestive system. 5mks c Describe anaplasmosis gall sickness disease under the following sub-headings. I Casual organism 1mk ii Modes of transmission. 2mks iii Symptoms 4mks iv Control measures 3mks 25. A Describe the management of calf from birth to winning. 13mks b Explain seven essentials of clean milk production. 7mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com KIHARU KAHURO 443 1 AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 JULY AUGUST 2023 SECTION A 1. State four ways through which Agriculture contributes to industrial development. 2 marks 2. Give the characteristics of trees used in agro forestry. 2 marks 3. Name three properties of a soil that are influenced by it s texture. 11 2 marks 4. State three different forms of agro forestry. 11 2 marks 5.


11 2 marks 4. State three different forms of agro forestry. 11 2 marks 5. Differentiate between monopoly and monopsony types of markets. 2 marks 6. Name any four financial documents used in farm accounting. 2 marks 7. Identify the variable costs in the production of maize. 11 2 marks 8. Give three parameters of expressing National Income. 11 2 marks 9. A Name the insect pests likely to attack maize in the field. 1 mark b Give a possible parasitic weed in a maize field. 1 mark 10. What are the causes of water logging on arable land? 2 marks 11. Give four reasons for treating water before distribution. 2 marks 12. State the importance of the following components used in preparation of compost manure. 3 marks i Garden soil: .......................................................................................................... ii Maize stalks: ......................................................................................................... iii Organic manure: ......................................................................................... 13. List two types of labour records. 1 mark 14. State the forms in which the following nutrients are absorbed by the plants. 11 2 marks i Nitrogen: ............................................................ ii Phosphorus: ........................................................ iii Potassium: ........................................................ 15. Give four reasons as to why use of certified seeds is recommended. 2 marks 16. State three common symptoms of viral diseases in crops. 11 2 marks SECTION B 17. Study the diagrams illustrated below and answer the questions that follow. A Identify the pest. 1 mark b In what ways does the pest cause damage to the crop? 11 2 marks c State any three control measures of the pest. 3 marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 18. The figure below shows certain structure which is used in soil and water conservation. A Identify the structure. 1 mark b Name the parts labelled L and M. 2 marks c State the function of each of the parts L and M. 2 marks 19. Diagrams G and H below shows some weeds. A Identify the weeds. G H 2 marks b Why is it difficult to control weed G.?


Diagrams G and H below shows some weeds. A Identify the weeds. G H 2 marks b Why is it difficult to control weed G.? 1 mark c Give two economic importance of weed H. 2 marks 20. The following experiment was carried out to determine the humus content in a given soil sample. The sample weighing 150g was heated in an oven at 1050C. The dry soil was weighed and the weight recorded as 142g. The soil was then heated strongly after which the weight was recorded as 136g. a Calculate the content of water in the soil sample. 2 marks b Why was the soil not heated strongly initially? 1 mark c Find the content of humus in the soil sample. 2 marks SECTION C 21. A i Describe the procedure of harvesting pyrethrum. 4 marks ii Explain the precautions that should be observed during harvesting of pyrethrum. 6 marks b Explain the role of agricultural co-operatives in Kenya. 10 marks 22. A Describe five farming practices that encourage minimum tillage. 5 marks b Describe five roles of agricultural based women groups in farming. 5 marks c Describe five cultural methods of soil and water conservation. 5 marks d Describe preparations and handling of stem cuttings when planting Napier grass. 5 marks H G L MAGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 23. A Explain five factors that affect the seed rate. 5 marks b The table below gives information on the supply and demand schedules for tomatoes in a market. Table 1: price and quantities of tomatoes supplied Tomatoes kg Price per kg Ksh 150 16.00 130 14.20 125 13.80 112 13.00 106 12.70 85 11.80 50 10.60 42 10.40 30 10.20 25 10.10 Table 2: prices and quantities of tomatoes demanded.


A Explain five factors that affect the seed rate. 5 marks b The table below gives information on the supply and demand schedules for tomatoes in a market. Table 1: price and quantities of tomatoes supplied Tomatoes kg Price per kg Ksh 150 16.00 130 14.20 125 13.80 112 13.00 106 12.70 85 11.80 50 10.60 42 10.40 30 10.20 25 10.10 Table 2: prices and quantities of tomatoes demanded. Tomatoes kg Price per kg Ksh 80 18.00 87 16.70 101 15.50 119 14.10 135 13.20 155 12.40 171 11.80 185 11.30 191 11.10 205 10.80 i Using the above data plot supply and demand curve in the same axis. 7 marks ii Determine the price at which 120 kg of tomatoes were supplied on the market. 1 mark iii How many kilograms of tomatoes were bought at a market price of Ksh 13.00? 1 mark iv What was the equilibrium price for tomatoes on the market? 1 mark d Explain five factors that should be considered when siting a vegetable nursery. 5 marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com KIHARU KAHURO 443 2 AGRICULTURE PAPER 2 JULY AUGUST 2023 SECTION A 1. List down three reasons for feeding livestocks. 11 2 marks 2. Give two reasons for feeding bees. 1 mark 3. State the importance of guard rails in a farrowing pen. 1 mark 4. State four effects of ticks on a livestock body. 2 marks 5. Give four practices carried out on fish before preservation. 2 marks 6. State three farm implements operated by the P.T.O shaft. 11 2 marks 7. List down three functions of the walking area in livestock house. 11 2 marks 8. Give four factors considered when selecting eggs for marketing. 2 marks 9.


11 2 marks 8. Give four factors considered when selecting eggs for marketing. 2 marks 9. Distinguish between a feedstuff and a feed. 1 mark 10. Give four reasons for castrating male animals. 2 marks 11. State three uses of hypodermic needle and syringe. 11 2 marks 12. Name the tool used together with: 11 2 marks a Ball pein hammer: ............................................................................................................... b Rubber ring: .......................................................................................................................... c Mallet: .................................................................................................................................. 13. Give four reasons for feeding livestock on colostrum. 2 marks 14. State three types of specialized feeding practices in livestock. 11 2 marks 15. State three factors that stimulate milk letdown in dairy cows. 11 2 marks 16. State four causes of stress in a flock of layers. 2 marks 17. List two equipments used in handling cattle during an agricultural exhibition. 1 mark 18. State four disadvantages of natural mating. 2 marks . SECTION B 19. The diagram below illustrates a livestock parasite. Study it and answer the questions that follow. I Identify the parasite. 1 mark ii State three control measures of the parasite. 3 marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 20. Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow. I Name the two types of pig breeds. V W 2 marks ii List down three cultural importance of livestock. 3 marks 21. The diagram below illustrates signs of two different livestock diseases. Study them carefully and answer the questions that follow. A Identify the diseases. A B 2 marks b State the cause of the disease condition labelled B in dairy cattle. 1 marks c State two predisposing factors of the disease labelled A. 2 marks 22. The diagram below shows a farm implement. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow. V W A BAGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a Name the implement. 1 mark b Classify the implement according to the method of attachment.


Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow. V W A BAGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com a Name the implement. 1 mark b Classify the implement according to the method of attachment. 1 mark c List down four maintenance practices of the implement. 4 marks SECTION C. Answer any two questions in this section 23. A Describe management practices carried out to ensure high fish yields from a fish pond. 10 marks b Describe brucellosis disease under each of the following sub-headings. I Causal organisms. 1 mark ii Symptoms of infection. 4 marks iii Control measures. 5 marks 24. A Describe conditions under which bees abscond the hive. 5 marks b Explain five factors that affects digestibility of food in livestock. 10 marks c State five advantages of using a subsoiler in seedbed preparation. 5 marks 25. A Explain five reasons for farm mechanization. 5 marks b Explain the differences between diesel and petrol engine. 10 marks c Explain five functions of water in an animal s body. 5 marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com GATUNDU JOINT EXAM 2023 443 1 AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2023 Section A 30 marks Answer all the questions in the spaces provided 1. State four reasons for intercropping. 2 mks 2. Name four major methods of farming. 2 marks 3. Give four reasons why land should be prepared early in readiness for planting. 2 mks 4. Name two methods of surface irrigation 1mks 5. State two conditions that must exist for a market to be purely competitive. 1 mk 6. Name four types of market structures in agricultural marketing. 2 marks 7. State four advantages of timely planting. 2 mks 8. State four reasons why a nursery is important in crop production. 2 mk 9. Distinguish between monopoly and monopsony. 2 mks 10.


2 mk 9. Distinguish between monopoly and monopsony. 2 mks 10. Name the plant part used for vegetative propagation of each of the following plants: a Cassava 1 2 mk b Sisal 1 2 mk c Pyrethrum 1 2 mk d Sweet potatoes. 1 2 mk 11. State two methods of harvesting Agro-forestry trees. 1mk 12. Give four advantages of title deed to a farmer. 2mks 13. Give two ways of forage utilization. 1mk 14. List four financial documents. 2mks 15. State two methods of table formation in tea production. 1mk 16. State four harmful effects of crop pests in crop production. 2mks 17. List four surface water sources found in a farm 2mks 18. Give three types of manures. 3 mks SECTION B 20 marks Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided. 19. The diagram below represents a field management practice carried out on tomatoes a Identify the above practice. 1mark b Give three reasons for carrying out the above practice. 3mks c Name two tomato pests 2mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 20. The table below shows a format of a farm record. Date Disease Symptom Livestock affected Drugs used Cost of treatment Remarks a Name the farm record illustrated above. 1 mk b Give two uses of the farm record shown above. 2 mks 21. The diagrams labeled A1, A2, A3, and B below illustrate materials and methods of vegetative propagation. Study them and answer the questions that follow. A Name the parts labeled A1, and A2 2 mks b Name the methods of propagation illustrated in diagrams A3 and B 2 mks 22. The diagram below illustrates a type of soil erosion. Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow. Soil Level i Identify the type of erosion illustrated above. 1mk ii State two measures that could be used to control the type of soil erosion illustrated above.


Study it carefully and answer the questions that follow. Soil Level i Identify the type of erosion illustrated above. 1mk ii State two measures that could be used to control the type of soil erosion illustrated above. 2mks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 23. The experiment below was set up by form one students. X is fresh garden soil while Y is strongly heated soil. A. State the aim of the above experiment. 1 mark b Explain the observations made. 3 marks SECTION C 40 marks Answer any two questions from this section in the spaces provided after question 23. 24. A Explain eight cultural methods of soil and water conservation. 8 mks b Explain seven physical methods of pest control. 7 mks c Explain eight factors that contribute to the competitive ability of weeds. 8 mks 25. A Why is pruning done in crop production? 10 mks b Describe the field management practices for onions 5 mks c Explain five farming practices that destroy soil structure 5 mks 26. A Outline six ways in which high temperature affects agricultural production in Kenya. 6 mks b Describe the production of bulb onions under the following sub-headings: i Field management; 4 mks ii harvesting. 3 mks c Explain seven factors that influence seed rates in crop production. 7 mks GATUNDU JOINT EXAMINATION 2023 AGRICULTURE 443 2 PAPER 2 1. Give two reasons for tooth clipping in piglets. 1mk 2. State four disadvantages of natural incubation in poultry production. 2mks 3. Give two benefits of scattering grains in a deep litter poultry house. 1mk 4. List two predisposing factors of foot rot in sheep. 1mk 5. Give four factors that affect milk composition. 2mks 6. State two control measures for keds in sheep. 1mk 7. State two functions of a queen in a bee colony 1mk 8. Name the nutritional deficiency for each of the following livestock diseases.


1mk 7. State two functions of a queen in a bee colony 1mk 8. Name the nutritional deficiency for each of the following livestock diseases. A Milk fever; 1 2mk b Bloat ; .. 1 2mk 9. Name four sources of farm power. 2mks 10. State four symptoms of fowl typhoid. 2mks 11. State three field conditions under which a disc plough should be used instead of a mould board plough. 11 2mks 12. Give two uses of a foot bath in a plunge dip. 1mk 13. List two materials used in the construction of a green house. 1mk AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com 14. What is meant by dry cow therapy as used in livestock production. 1mk 15. Name one hair goat breed. 1mk 16. State two functions of caecum in poultry production. 1mk 17. Outline four structural features of a calf pen. 2mks 18. Name four routes through which pathogens can enter into an animals body. 2mks 19. State three care and maintenance practices carried out on a wheelbarrow. 11 2 mks 20. Outline four reasons for steaming up a gestating cow. 2mks 21. State four factors that lead to depreciation of farm equipment. 2mks SECTION B 20 MARKS Answer all the questions in this section in the spaces provided. 22. Study the illustration below and answer the questions that follow. A Identify the parts D, E, F and G 4mks b State one use of the part labelled F G 2mks 23. The diagram below shows an equipment in crop production. Study it and answer the questions that follow. I Identify the equipment. 1mark ii State the functions of the parts labeled S , Q. and R 3marks iii State one use of the equipment illustrated above.


I Identify the equipment. 1mark ii State the functions of the parts labeled S , Q. and R 3marks iii State one use of the equipment illustrated above. 1mark AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com iv Give two maintenance practices that should be carried out on the equipment above. 2mks 24. The following is a diagram showing part of the poultry s digestive system. Use it to answer the question that follow. I Name the parts labelled A, B, C. 3mks ii Give two structural adaptations of C to its functions. 2mks iii State two functions of the part labeled A 2mks SECTION C 40 MARKS Answer any two questions from this section in the spaces provided after question 27. 25 a Outline five characteristics of the exotic cattle breeds 5 marks b Decribe five major parts of a spray race 5 marks c Outline five advantages of the kenya top bar hive 5 marks d State five signs of external parasite infestation in livestock 5 marks 26 a Describe the life cycle of a two host tick 5marks b Outline five structural and functional differences between petrol and diesel engines. 5mks c Describe ten characteristics of a good layers 10 marks 27 a Explain five factors affecting digestibility 5 marks b Describe East Coast Fever ECF under the following headings; i Causal organism 1mark ii Symptoms 5marks iii Animals attacked 1 mark iv Control 3marks c Describe the functions of the following units of the power transmission system i Clutch 2 marks ii Gearbox 3 marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com CEKENAS ONE EXAM-2023 443 1 AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 TERM I 2023 SECTION A 30 MARKS 1. Which branch of Agriculture deals with: a Utilization of scarce resources 1mk b Maintenance of farm tools and equipment 1mk 2.


25 a Outline five characteristics of the exotic cattle breeds 5 marks b Decribe five major parts of a spray race 5 marks c Outline five advantages of the kenya top bar hive 5 marks d State five signs of external parasite infestation in livestock 5 marks 26 a Describe the life cycle of a two host tick 5marks b Outline five structural and functional differences between petrol and diesel engines. 5mks c Describe ten characteristics of a good layers 10 marks 27 a Explain five factors affecting digestibility 5 marks b Describe East Coast Fever ECF under the following headings; i Causal organism 1mark ii Symptoms 5marks iii Animals attacked 1 mark iv Control 3marks c Describe the functions of the following units of the power transmission system i Clutch 2 marks ii Gearbox 3 marks AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com CEKENAS ONE EXAM-2023 443 1 AGRICULTURE PAPER 1 TERM I 2023 SECTION A 30 MARKS 1. Which branch of Agriculture deals with: a Utilization of scarce resources 1mk b Maintenance of farm tools and equipment 1mk 2. Give the meaning of the following terms:- a Pomology 1mk b Apiculture 1mk c Plantation farming 1mk 3. Distinguish between a dam and a weir 1mk 4. Give four advantages of high level of education and technology in farming 2mks 5. A What is mixed farming? 1mk b Give two disadvantages of mixed farming to a small scale farming 1mk 6. What is meant by the term changing the cycle in coffee growing 1mk 7. Give four advantages of using seeds as planting materials 2mks 8. Give two reasons why a farmer should intercrop maize and beans 2mks 9. State two unusual areas that should be avoided when soil sampling 1mk 10.


Calculate the plant population of this crop in one hectare of land. Show your working 2mks b State two practices used to maintain the required plant population in a given area 2mks c What is the importance of maintaining optimum plant population 1mk 22. Below is a method of irrigation. Study it carefully and answer questions that follow a Identify the method 1mk b Other than the above method, give any other two types of surface irrigation 2mks c Give two ways in which the above method of irrigation can be maintained 2mks SECTION C 40 MARKS ATTEMPT ANY TWO QUESTIONS IN THE SPACE PROVIDED 23. Describe the production of bulb onions under the following sub-headings i Varieties 1mk ii Land preparation 2mks iii Field management practices 8mks iv Outline the steps followed in silage making 9mks 24. A Outline cultural pests control methods in crops 5mks b Explain eight uses of farm records 8mks c Explain seven effects of strong winds in agriculture 7mks 25. A Describe the production of carrot under the following sub-headings i Land preparation 2mks ii Harvesting 3mks b Describe the sowing of vegetable seeds in a nursery bed 5mks c Outline methods of draining water logged soils 5mks d Explain how each of the following climatic factors affect agricultural productionAGRICULTURE PAPER 1 2 https: www.freekcsepastpapers.com i Light 3mks ii Low temperatures 2mks CEKENAS ONE EXAM-2023 443 2 AGRICULTURE PAPER 2 SECTION A 30 MARKS 1. State four qualities of eggs preferred by consumers in the market 2mks 2. State four factors that can affect maintenance ration requirements of an animal 2mks 3. Outline three effects of tsetse flies on livestock 1 mk 4. State the functions of the following hormones in livestock 1 mk a Oxytocin b Stilbestrol c Progesterone 5. Name four systems of a tactor 2mks 6.


Outline three effects of tsetse flies on livestock 1 mk 4. State the functions of the following hormones in livestock 1 mk a Oxytocin b Stilbestrol c Progesterone 5. Name four systems of a tactor 2mks 6. State the importance of each of the following practices in livestock production 3mks i Iron injection in piglets ii Docking of lambs iii Debeaking in poultry 7. State two roles of a drone in a bee colony 1mk 8. A Identify three body parts infested by a three-host tick on a boran bull 2mks b List three protozoan diseases that are spread by vectors 1 mks 9. A Give two faults of ignition system 1mk b Mention any two implements which can be used for harvesting crops 2mks 10. Give four reasons for breeding in livestock 2mks 11. Name four routine management practices carried out in a crush 2mks 12. A State two ways of increasing depth of ploughing when using mouldboard Plough 1mk b Name four tools used for plumbing 2mks 13. Differentiate between brooding and incubation as used in poultry production 1mk 14. Give four advantages of using stones as construction materials 2mks 15. Define the term digestibility 1mk SECTION B 20 MARKS ATTEMPT ALL THE QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION 16. A farmer wanted to prepare 270kg of livestock feed containing 30 DCP by using Sorghum meal with 12 DCP and Soyabean meal containing 36 DCP. Calculate the quantities of each feedstuff he would have in the ration 5mks 17.