1.3. Advantages

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is surface irrigation?

   Hint

   Think about how water moves naturally on land.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of using surface irrigation.

   Hint

   It doesn’t require advanced technology.

3. 3.

   What is a main advantage of surface irrigation?

   • High-tech requirements
   • Low cost
   • Requires heavy machinery

   Hint

   Think about the financial aspect of irrigation methods.

4. 4.

   True or False: Surface irrigation is suitable for all soil types.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Not all methods work for every type of land.

5. 5.

   Evaluate a scenario where a farmer uses surface irrigation on steep terrain. Discuss potential challenges and suggest solutions.

   Hint

   Consider how to manage water on slopes.

6. 6.

   Design a small farm using surface irrigation. What crops would you plant, and how would you manage water distribution?

   Hint

   Think about the types of crops that require different watering methods.