Question 3
This was a practical based question. The performance of candidates was average.
(a) (i)   List three materials that could be used to lime a fish pond. [3 marks]
      (ii)   Mention two ways of liming a fish pond.  [2  marks]
      (iii) State five benefits of liming a fish pond. [5 marks]
(b) Define each of the  following terms as used in fisheries:
      (i) fishing  gear;
      (ii) fishing  craft.  [4  marks]
(c) Outline the steps involved in the construction of a concrete fish pond. [6 marks]
Observation
In part (a), majority of the candidates did not know the materials that could be used to lime a fish pond.
In part (b), majority of the candidates correctly defined the term fishing gear, but could not define fishing craft.
In part (c), majority of the candidates correctly outlined the steps involved in the construction of a concrete fish pond.
The expected answers include
(a) (i) Calcium  oxide (CaO) / quick lime
    Calcium hydroxide (CaOH) / slaked lime
    Agricultural  lime / calcium carbonate ( CaCO3)
    Shell fish shells ( Oyster shells, clam  shells }
    Wood ash
     (ii) Through  broadcasting / distributing lime by throwing it evenly over pond surface
    Sack / bag method / place bagged lime in  specific locations in the pond
    Distributing lime directly on pond bottom
    Placing the lime on the platform at the water  inflow point
     (iii)              Ensures  nutrient availability / increase pond productivity
    Improves pond soil condition / sealing of  cracks
    Controls pests, pathogens and parasites /  predators
    Increase water pH / reduces acidity
    Reduces turbidity
    Serves as buffer / balances pH fluctuations
    Increase fish growth / yield
    Increase the availability of CO2  for photosynthesis
(b) (i)It is a tool  / equipment which is used to harvest / capture / catch fish
    (ii) It is an  equipment / tool used to launch fishing gear / carry fishers catch and fishing gear to and  from catching sites
(c) Site selection
    Clearing of site
    Measuring and mapping out the land
    Staking where tank is to be constructed
    Stripping of top soil
    Digging of foundation
    Casting of concrete base with concrete  mixture
    Setting up outlets
    Setting blocks to build up walls / cast  concrete wall
    Plastering of walls