How to Identify and Classify Sugar Snap Peas
  • 1. What is the defining characteristic of sugar snap peas?
A) Edible pods
B) Inedible pods
C) Round leaves
D) Small seeds
  • 2. What part of the sugar snap pea is typically eaten?
A) Just the peas
B) Pod and peas
C) Just the pod
D) Leaves and stem
  • 3. Which of these best describes the texture of a mature sugar snap pea pod?
A) Crisp and plump
B) Leathery and thin
C) Soft and flimsy
D) Tough and fibrous
  • 4. Compared to garden peas, sugar snap peas have...
A) Thicker pod walls
B) Thinner pod walls
C) No pod walls
D) Larger seeds only
  • 5. At what stage of development are sugar snap peas typically harvested?
A) After the plant dies
B) After peas are fully mature
C) Before peas are fully mature
D) Before pods are fully developed
  • 6. What is the color of a mature sugar snap pea pod?
A) Dark brown
B) Light pink
C) Pale yellow
D) Bright green
  • 7. What is the typical size of a sugar snap pea pod?
A) 2-3 inches
B) Less than 1 inch
C) 4-6 inches
D) Over 6 inches
  • 8. How are sugar snap peas primarily classified?
A) By stem length
B) By flower color
C) By leaf shape
D) By pod thickness and sweetness
  • 9. Which is NOT a common characteristic of sugar snap pea plants?
A) Tendrils for support
B) Bushy growth habit
C) Climbing vines
D) Need for a trellis
  • 10. What is a key indicator of freshness in sugar snap peas?
A) Size of the leaves
B) Number of peas inside
C) Firmness of the pod
D) Softness of the pod
  • 11. What type of soil do sugar snap peas prefer?
A) Heavy clay
B) Sandy
C) Well-drained
D) Waterlogged
  • 12. How much sunlight do sugar snap peas need?
A) Partial shade
B) Full sun
C) Minimal sunlight
D) Full shade
  • 13. What planting season is best for sugar snap peas?
A) Winter
B) Spring or Fall
C) Mid-summer
D) Summer
  • 14. What is the function of tendrils on a sugar snap pea plant?
A) Photosynthesis
B) Seed dispersal
C) Climbing support
D) Water absorption
  • 15. What is a common pest that affects sugar snap peas?
A) Ladybugs
B) Aphids
C) Bees
D) Earthworms
  • 16. What is the flower color of most sugar snap pea varieties?
A) Red
B) Blue
C) Yellow
D) White
  • 17. How does overwatering affect sugar snap peas?
A) Brighter color
B) Faster growth
C) Increased yield
D) Root rot
  • 18. What is the ideal pH level for growing sugar snap peas?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 7.5-8.5
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 6.0-7.0
  • 19. Which nutrient is most important for sugar snap pea growth?
A) Phosphorus
B) Calcium
C) Nitrogen
D) Potassium
  • 20. How often should sugar snap peas be harvested?
A) Once a month
B) When the plant dies
C) Every 2-3 days
D) Once a week
  • 21. What does 'stringless' refer to in some sugar snap pea varieties?
A) Smaller pea size
B) Produces no flowers
C) Easier to eat the whole pod
D) Requires no support
  • 22. How do you promote bushier growth in sugar snap peas?
A) Reducing watering
B) Pinching back the stems
C) Removing the flowers
D) Adding more fertilizer
  • 23. What is a companion plant for sugar snap peas?
A) Garlic
B) Sunflowers
C) Carrots
D) Onions
  • 24. What is the approximate time to harvest after planting sugar snap peas?
A) 90 days
B) 30 days
C) 60 days
D) 120 days
  • 25. Which of these is a variety of sugar snap pea?
A) Super Sugar Snap
B) English Pea
C) Alaska Pea
D) Snow Pea
  • 26. What is the purpose of blanching sugar snap peas before freezing?
A) Increase nutritional value
B) Kill pests
C) Soften the pods
D) Preserve color and flavor
  • 27. How should sugar snap peas be stored in the refrigerator?
A) Uncovered
B) Wrapped in plastic wrap
C) In a sealed container
D) In a perforated bag
  • 28. What is a sign of overripe sugar snap peas?
A) Bright green color
B) Crisp pod
C) Small size
D) Tough and starchy peas
  • 29. How does crop rotation benefit sugar snap peas?
A) Reduces soilborne diseases
B) Increases nitrogen in the soil
C) Prevents weeds
D) Attracts more pollinators
  • 30. What is a common disease affecting sugar snap peas?
A) Rose rust
B) Powdery mildew
C) Apple scab
D) Tomato blight
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