How to Identify and Classify Ulluco Tubers
  • 1. What is the scientific name for Ulluco?
A) Basella alba
B) Solanum tuberosum
C) Oxalis tuberosa
D) Ipomoea batatas
  • 2. Ulluco tubers are primarily grown for their...
A) Production of biofuel
B) Medicinal properties
C) Ornamental flowers
D) Edible tubers and leaves
  • 3. Which continent is Ulluco originally from?
A) Africa
B) Asia
C) South America
D) North America
  • 4. What is a common characteristic of Ulluco tuber skin texture?
A) Rough and hairy
B) Covered in spines
C) Bumpy and porous
D) Smooth and waxy
  • 5. Ulluco tubers come in a variety of...
A) Only white and round
B) Colors and shapes
C) Only purple and oval
D) Only long and brown
  • 6. What type of plant is Ulluco?
A) Succulent shrub
B) Cactus
C) Herbaceous vine
D) Woody tree
  • 7. Which part of the plant is primarily used for propagation?
A) Roots
B) Tubers
C) Seeds
D) Leaves
  • 8. What is the typical size range of Ulluco tubers?
A) Small to medium
B) Extremely long
C) Very large
D) Microscopic
  • 9. What is the taste of Ulluco often described as?
A) Bland and tasteless
B) Extremely spicy
C) Bitter and sour
D) Earthy and slightly sweet
  • 10. What is a key factor when classifying Ulluco varieties?
A) Leaf size
B) Root depth
C) Stem thickness
D) Tuber color
  • 11. What is the primary growing season for Ulluco?
A) Rainy season
B) Dry season
C) Hot season
D) Cool season
  • 12. How are Ulluco tubers typically prepared for cooking?
A) Dried and powdered
B) Boiled, steamed, or fried
C) Eaten raw
D) Fermented
  • 13. What distinguishes Ulluco from potatoes?
A) Waxy texture and mucilage
B) Higher sugar content
C) Rough skin
D) Starchy texture
  • 14. Where in the plant are Ulluco tubers formed?
A) Inside fruits
B) Underground stems
C) On roots
D) On branches
  • 15. What is the significance of the 'eyes' on a tuber?
A) They indicate rot
B) They are buds that sprout new plants
C) They are insect entry points
D) They are pores for respiration
  • 16. What environmental condition is crucial for Ulluco tuber development?
A) Long day length
B) Short day length
C) Strong winds
D) High humidity
  • 17. What is a common pest that affects Ulluco?
A) Beetles
B) Grasshoppers
C) Snails
D) Aphids
  • 18. What role do farmers have in maintaining Ulluco diversity?
A) Selecting and saving seeds/tubers
B) Using only hybrid seeds
C) Ignoring local landraces
D) Importing new varieties
  • 19. What nutritional benefit is Ulluco known for?
A) High vitamin C content
B) High iron content
C) High fat content
D) High protein content
  • 20. Which of the following describes the shape of some Ulluco tubers?
A) Cylindrical
B) Always long and straight
C) Always perfectly spherical
D) Round, oblong, or curved
  • 21. What is the purpose of curing Ulluco tubers after harvest?
A) To remove toxins
B) To make them sweeter
C) To change their color
D) To improve storage life
  • 22. How does altitude affect the growth of Ulluco?
A) Grows best at high altitudes
B) Altitude has no effect
C) Grows best at sea level
D) Grows best at low altitudes
  • 23. What soil type is best suited for Ulluco cultivation?
A) Clay, waterlogged soil
B) Rocky soil
C) Well-drained, fertile soil
D) Sandy, dry soil
  • 24. What is a synonym for 'landrace' when referring to crops?
A) Local variety
B) Hybrid variety
C) Genetically modified variety
D) Global variety
  • 25. What impact does mucilage have on the cooking of Ulluco?
A) Requires more cooking time
B) Makes them turn black
C) Requires less cooking time
D) Makes them very hard
  • 26. What is a primary consideration for storing Ulluco tubers?
A) Submerged in water
B) In direct sunlight
C) Cool, dark, and dry conditions
D) Warm, bright, and humid conditions
  • 27. What is the effect of frost on Ulluco plants and tubers?
A) Improves their growth
B) Damages or kills them
C) Makes them sweeter
D) Has no effect
  • 28. How can you tell if an Ulluco tuber is rotting?
A) Increased firmness
B) Soft spots or unusual smell
C) Brighter color
D) Larger size
  • 29. What is the relationship between Ulluco and Basella alba?
A) A synonym for the same plant
B) A species within the same genus
C) A hybrid of the two
D) Incorrect relationship
  • 30. Why is it important to maintain genetic diversity in Ulluco crops?
A) Easier to grow in all conditions
B) Uniform appearance
C) Increased resilience to pests and diseases
D) Decreased yield
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