BIOLOGY TEST 3 FOR GRADE 11 STUDENTS
PART I: True or False Questions:
1. Surface mulching is a commonly used indigenous soil conservation practice
among the Konso people. __________
2. Agroforestry is not widely practiced for soil conservation in the Konso region. __
PART II: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS:
3. What is the primary purpose of indigenous soil and water conservation practices
in Ethiopia?
A. To increase agricultural production
B. To control pests and weeds
C. To conserve soil and water resources
D. To improve aesthetic appeal of the landscape
4. Which of the following is NOT a commonly used indigenous soil and water
conservation practice among the Konso people?
A. Irrigation
B. Terracing
C. Contour ploughing
D. Crop rotation
5. The Guassa community conservation area in Ethiopia's central highlands has been
practiced for how long?
A. 50 years
B. 100 years
C. 200 years
D. Over 400 years
6. Which of the following is an example of indigenous forest conservation practice
in Ethiopia?
A. Deforestation
B. Monoculture plantations
C. Agroforestry
D. Clear-cutting
7. What is the primary cause of natural resource depletion?
A. Poor farming practices
B. Over consumption of natural resources
C. Overpopulation
D. Industrial and technological development
8. Which of the following is not a major cause of natural resource depletion
mentioned in the passage?
A. Excessive use of pesticides
B. Over exploitation of minerals
C. Advancement in irrigation technology
D. Growing demand for natural resources
PART III: Fill in the Blank Questions:
9. __________ is the act of farming on a hill to reduce runoff of water and prevent
soil erosion.
10. __________ is the growth of two or more species on the same field at the same
time.