WASSCE FOR PRIVATE CANDIDATES 2019- FIRST SERIES PAPER3

. CANDIDATES’ STRENGTHS

 

CANDIDATES’ WEAKNESSES AND SUGGESTED REMEDIES

The candidates were unable to:

state the aim of the illustrated soil analysis experiment;

name the parts of the sedimentation experiment;

identify the cultivator and name its parts;

- state the functions of the parts of a cultivator;

- state the methods of propagating cashew, oil palm and okro;

- list the varieties of oil palm;

- write legibly;

- convey ideas in correct sentences.


Based on the observed weaknesses, the Chief Examiners recommended as follows:


  1. Candidates should embark on visits to agricultural farms;

  2. There should be intensive self-study and revision before examination;

  3. Hands-on practical exposure and experience is advocated;

  4. Candidates should be exposed to technical terms used in Agriculture;

  5. Improved reading culture among candidates is advocated;

  6. Candidates should write legibly and concisely;