(a) ldentify specimens I, J and K (3 marks) Specimen I; Specimen J; Specimen K; (b) State two uses of each of specimens I and J (3 marks) (c) Give two maint...

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(a) Identification of the specimens

• Specimen I: Shears
• Specimen J: Secateurs
• Specimen K: Spade

(b) Two uses of specimens I and J

Specimen I (Shears)

• Trimming and shaping hedges and live fences.
• Cutting grass and the edges of lawns.

Specimen J (Secateurs)

• Preparing cuttings and pruning.
• Cutting flowers and ornamental plants.

(c) Two maintenance practices for specimens I and K

Specimen I (Shears)

1. Sharpen the blade and oil it, tightening the bolt at the fulcrum.
2. Clean and dry after use and store in a cool, dry place.

Specimen K (Spade)

1. Sharpen the cutting edge and apply grease or oil to the blade.
2. Wash, dry and store in a cool, dry place, replacing any damaged handle.

(d) Description of specimen K (Spade)

The spade has a long wooden handle fixed at one end to a rectangular, flat metal blade whose lower edge is sharpened. The other end of the handle is shaped to give a firm grip during use.

(e) Two other farm tools that perform the functions of specimen K

• Shovel
• Hoe