Question

Which of the following is/are used for tilling?

• A. Plough
• B. Cultivator
• C. Hoe
• D. Thresher

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A

Plough

B

Cultivator

C

Hoe

The process of loosening or turning the soil is termed as tilling or ploughing.

$\bullet$ A plough is an ancient wood tool used to loosen soil, remove weeds and to add fertilisers.
$\bullet$ A hoe is a tilling tool, made up of a long rod of wood or iron, with a strong, broad and bent iron plate attached at one end.
$\bullet$ Nowadays, tilling is also done with tractor driven cultivators, which are more efficient.