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