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