Explanation

(a) Uses of specimens A(Rake), C (Shovel) and D (Cutlass)

A (Rake)

• removing rubbish from the farm
• levelling of soil surface-breaking soil lump into smaller particles
• spreading grains and beans When sun-drying
• Covering vegetable seeds when broadcasted
• spreading manure-removing stones from seedbeds

C(Shovel)

• transferring soil from one place to another
• light weeding on the farm
• loading materials into wheelbarrow
• making mounds/heaps/ridges
• removing stones and rubbish
• mixing soil and cement together in Constructing farm buildings
• harvesting of root/tuber crops 
• excavation or digging of the soil
• making garden paths
• levelling the ground

D (Cutlass)

• clearing and slashing bushes
• planting/sowing
• felling trees
• digging holes for the fixing of fence poles
• havesting crops like coconut, banana, pineapple, sugarcane
• light digging like transplanting
• for weeding
• pruning tree crops

(b) Description of specimen E (Wheelbarrow)

• Consists of a large metal basin/container
• Has a metal wheel which is made of steel bearing and rubber tyre
• Has two short legs at the back for support while resting on the ground
• Has two long handles for pulling and pushing

(C) Ways of maintaining specimenE (Wheelbarrow)

• Wash and dry/clean after use
• Check the tyre pressure and inflate when necessary
• Tighten loose bolts and nuts regularly
• Paint the metal parts
• Store in a cool, dry place
• Lubricate moving parts/wheel bearing
• Replace damaged parts

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