Propagating Trees and Fruit - Bearing Trees Using Scientific Processes
Propagating Trees and Fruit - Bearing Trees Using Scientific Processes
(MELC Based)
Name of Learner/Pangalan:_______________________________________
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1.Hoe – a tool used in digging and loosening hard, dry soil. It has a thin blade across the
end of a long handle.
2.Rake – a long handled tool having a bar at one end with teeth in. It is used
for smoothening the soil and gathering loose leaves, hay, or straw.
3.Trowel – a tool with a curved blade used for loosening the ground and
taking up small plants.
4.Axe – a tool with a flat, sharp blade fastened to a handle used for cutting trunk of
trees and their branches.
5. Crowbar – a straight, heavy iron bar pointed at one end, about 4 feet in length, used
for digging holes and for planting seeds.
6.Bolo – a tool with a wooden or metal handle in which a long blade is attached. It is
used for cutting tall grasses and branches of trees.
8.Fork – a tool resembling a table fork but much bigger in size. It is used in digging and
preparing the soil for the plants.
14.Pieces of wood or bamboo – used as fences of seed boxes and plots to protect
plants from being destroyed by animals.
16.Garden gloves – used while working in the garden, made of strong rubber to protect
from thorns and withstand punctures.
3. See to it that the stock and the scion are fitted with each other.
For safety and healthy way of propagating fruit-bearing trees the following
must be considered:
1.Before working make sure you have refresh yourself (like taking a bath) to work well.
2.Always wear complete personal protective equipment which includes hairnet, hand
gloves, apron, boots if needed, protective eyeglass, and face mask.
3. Make sure tools and equipment are working properly before using them.
7. Work in proper position. Make sure you do not strain your back while working.
TLE6AG-0d-5 (Week 4)
III. Activities
B. Match column A with column B. Write the letters of the correct answer on the
blank.
A B
_____ 1. Axe a. used for watering seedlings arranged in mass
_____ 2. Garden gloves b. used for cutting small branches including the
unnecessary branches
_____ 3. Pruning Shears c. a tool with a wooden or metal handle in which a long
blade is attached
_____ 4. Weighing Scale d. a can with a spout to sprinkle water on the plants
_____ 5. Sprayer e. used for spraying chemicals to eliminate plant seeds
_____ 6. Hose f. for weighing plants, seeds, and fertilizers
_____ 7. Trowel g. a tool with a flat, sharp blade fastened to a handle
used for cutting trunk of trees and their branches
_____ 8. Water Sprinkler h. used while working in the garden, made of strong
rubber to protect from thorns and withstand
punctures
_____ 9. Fork i. a tool with a curved blade used for loosening the
ground and taking up small plants
_____ 10. Bolo j. a tool resembling a table fork but much bigger in size
D. Explain
1. What is the importance of tools and equipment in propagating trees and fruit –
bearing trees?
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2. How can you make sure that your gardening tools and equipment will last long?
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3. Why is it important to follow the health and safety measures in propagating
fruit-bearing tree?
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V. Reflection
1. Propagating trees requires various tools and equipment. If you use the correct
tools and equipment in gardening, one can efficiently plant anything. From producing
yummy vegetables, herbs to maintaining beautiful flowers and fruit-bearing trees.
2. Gardening is an enjoyable and unwinding type of exercise, yet it can pose health
hazards. If you are careful, you can appreciate the advantages of your garden in
good health. Disregarding safety precautions and using the wrong tool for the job
are common causes of gardening injuries.
Answer Key
Activity A
Pupils' answers may vary
Activity B
1. g
2. h
3. b
4. f
5. e
6. a
7. i
8. d
9. j
10. c
Activity C
1. F
2. T
3. T
4. F
5. T
6. T
7. T
8. F
9. F
10. T
Activity D
Pupils' answers may vary