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What is the primary purpose of crop rotation in agriculture?

A. Increasing soil fertility
B. Weed control
C. Enhancing water efficiency
D. Pest management

What is the primary purpose of a silo in agriculture?

A. Storing water for irrigation
B. Harvesting rainwater
C. Storing and preserving grains or forage crops
D. Drying harvested crops

What is the term for the process of converting atmospheric nitrogen into a form usable by plants?

A. Nitrification
B. Denitrification
C. Nitrogen fixation
D. Ammonification

Which of the following is a leguminous crop known for its nitrogen-fixing ability?

A. Wheat
B. Rice
C. Soybeans
D. Corn

What is the term for the process of selecting and saving seeds from the best-performing plants for future planting?

A. Hybridization
B. Crossbreeding
C. Seed saving
D. Germplasm conservation

Which soil type has the smallest particle size and retains water more effectively?

A. Sand
B. Silt
C. Clay
D. Loam

Which agricultural method involves cultivating crops without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or genetically modified organisms?

A. Conventional farming
B. Organic farming
C. Precision farming
D. Hydroponics

What is the primary purpose of a windbreak in agricultural settings?

A. Pest control
B. Enhancing pollination
C. Protecting crops from wind damage
D. Improving soil fertility

What is the term for the practice of managing water flow on agricultural fields to prevent soil erosion and conserve water?

A. Irrigation
B. Drainage
C. Water conservation
D. Watershed management

Which agricultural practice involves growing two or more crops simultaneously in the same field for mutual benefits?

A. Crop rotation
B. Monoculture
C. Polyculture
D. Agroforestry