What does the cryptic crossword clue "Before present given test about shepherds (8)" mean?

The definition is "about shepherds". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PAST (synonym="PAST") + ORAL (synonym="ORAL") = PASTORAL The answer is PASTORAL.

Before present given test about shepherds (8)

Independent Cryptic #11608 | 24 Across | 2023-12-25 flower

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