How to Identify and Classify Carrots - Exam
  • 1. What is the primary root vegetable that carrots belong to?
A) Tuberous root
B) Taproot
C) Fibrous root
D) Adventitious root
  • 2. The color of a carrot is primarily determined by what pigment?
A) Xanthophyll
B) Anthocyanin
C) Carotene
D) Chlorophyll
  • 3. What is the scientific name for the common carrot?
A) Solanum tuberosum
B) Daucus carota
C) Brassica oleracea
D) Beta vulgaris
  • 4. What is a common shape for carrots?
A) Cylindrical, with a bulbous end
B) Spherical
C) Cuboid
D) Conical
  • 5. Which carrot variety is known for its shorter, thicker shape and suitability for heavy soils?
A) Danvers
B) Nantes
C) Imperator
D) Chantenay
  • 6. Which carrot type is typically the longest and slenderest?
A) Imperator
B) Danvers
C) Nantes
D) Ball
  • 7. A carrot with a wider top that tapers abruptly is most likely which variety?
A) Danvers
B) Parisian
C) Nantes
D) Imperator
  • 8. Which type of carrot tends to be nearly spherical?
A) Imperator
B) Ball
C) Danvers
D) Nantes
  • 9. What characteristic helps distinguish between carrot cultivars?
A) Leaf shape
B) Flower color
C) Core color
D) Root hair density
  • 10. What texture is generally desirable in a high-quality carrot?
A) Porous
B) Crisp
C) Fibrous
D) Mushy
  • 11. Which factor impacts the sweetness of a carrot?
A) Fiber content
B) Water content
C) Sugar content
D) Mineral content
  • 12. What is the term for a carrot that has split or branched during growth?
A) Pithing
B) Cracking
C) Bolting
D) Forking
  • 13. What soil condition can cause forking in carrots?
A) Loamy soil
B) Rich soil
C) Sandy soil
D) Compacted soil
  • 14. A green shoulder on a carrot indicates what?
A) Nutrient deficiency
B) Sun exposure
C) Pest infestation
D) Excess watering
  • 15. What is bolting in carrots?
A) Stunted growth
B) Premature flowering
C) Root splitting
D) Leaf discoloration
  • 16. Which of these is NOT a common carrot color?
A) White
B) Orange
C) Blue
D) Purple
  • 17. What is the purpose of carrot 'shoulders'?
A) They help the plant absorb more nutrients.
B) They are the point of attachment for the leaves.
C) They store extra water.
D) They do not have a particular purpose, can indicate sun exposure.
  • 18. What does the term 'core' refer to in carrot morphology?
A) The outer skin of the carrot.
B) The small root hairs.
C) The central portion of the root.
D) The leafy green top.
  • 19. Which nutrient deficiency can lead to poor carrot development?
A) Oxygen
B) Carbon
C) Calcium
D) Potassium
  • 20. The 'baby' carrots sold in stores are typically what?
A) Grown hydroponically.
B) Milled down from larger carrots.
C) Picked before they mature.
D) A specific variety.
  • 21. Which of the following is a disease that affects carrots?
A) Powdery Mildew
B) Rose Black Spot
C) Apple Scab
D) Alternaria Leaf Blight
  • 22. What pest commonly damages carrot roots?
A) Carrot rust fly
B) Aphids
C) Whiteflies
D) Spider mites
  • 23. Why is proper drainage important for growing carrots?
A) Prevents root rot
B) Encourages faster growth
C) Increases sugar content
D) Prevents bolting
  • 24. Which characteristic is important when selecting carrot seeds?
A) Seed hardness
B) Seed color
C) Seed size
D) Germination rate
  • 25. What is 'carrot cracking'?
A) Failure of seeds to germinate
B) Premature flowering
C) Discoloration of the leaves
D) Splitting of the root
  • 26. Why should carrots be thinned after they sprout?
A) To prevent sunscald
B) To provide adequate space for growth
C) To increase sugar content
D) To deter pests
  • 27. What is the benefit of 'succession planting' carrots?
A) Provides a continuous harvest
B) Reduces pest problems
C) Increases root size
D) Improves soil fertility
  • 28. What does it mean when a carrot has a 'pithy' core?
A) The core is brightly colored
B) The core is very watery
C) The core is woody and tough
D) The core is exceptionally sweet
  • 29. What is the best storage condition for carrots?
A) Cool and humid
B) Cool and dry
C) Warm and dry
D) Warm and humid
Created with That Quiz — a math test site for students of all grade levels.