How to Identify and Classify Pineapples - Exam
  • 1. Which of these is NOT a common characteristic of pineapples?
A) Rounded fruit
B) Tough, waxy skin
C) Fibrous flesh
D) Spiky leaves
  • 2. Pineapples belong to which plant family?
A) Solanaceae
B) Poaceae
C) Bromeliaceae
D) Rosaceae
  • 3. What is the most common method of pineapple propagation?
A) Crown cuttings
B) Root cuttings
C) Air layering
D) Seed sowing
  • 4. Which country is currently the world's largest producer of pineapples?
A) Thailand
B) Philippines
C) Costa Rica
D) India
  • 5. What is the 'slip' of a pineapple plant?
A) A small plant that grows from the stem
B) A type of pineapple disease
C) The flower of the pineapple plant
D) The core of the pineapple fruit
  • 6. Which of these is a common pineapple cultivar?
A) Granny Smith
B) Valencia
C) Smooth Cayenne
D) Red Delicious
  • 7. What is the ideal climate for pineapple cultivation?
A) Tropical
B) Alpine
C) Temperate
D) Arid
  • 8. What type of soil is best for pineapple growth?
A) Well-drained, sandy loam
B) Waterlogged soil
C) Saline soil
D) Heavy clay soil
  • 9. Which vitamin is pineapple a good source of?
A) Vitamin B12
B) Vitamin C
C) Vitamin D
D) Vitamin A
  • 10. What is the name of the enzyme found in pineapple that aids digestion?
A) Protease
B) Bromelain
C) Lipase
D) Amylase
  • 11. What is the 'eye' of a pineapple?
A) A small insect that infests pineapples
B) The base of the pineapple crown
C) One of the individual segments on the fruit's surface
D) The point where the slip emerges
  • 12. What does 'ratooning' refer to in pineapple farming?
A) Harvesting pineapples early
B) Allowing new plants to grow from the base of harvested plants
C) The process of fertilizing pineapple plants
D) Controlling pests in pineapple fields
  • 13. Which of these is a disease that affects pineapple plants?
A) Black Spot
B) Heart Rot
C) Leaf Rust
D) Powdery Mildew
  • 14. What is the typical pH range for pineapple soil?
A) 4.0 - 5.0
B) 7.0 - 8.0
C) 5.5 - 6.5
D) 8.5 - 9.5
  • 15. What part of the pineapple plant develops into the fruit?
A) The stem
B) The leaves
C) The roots
D) The inflorescence
  • 16. Which pineapple variety is known for its low acidity?
A) Red Spanish
B) MD-2
C) Queen Victoria
D) Smooth Cayenne
  • 17. What is the role of 'forcing' in pineapple cultivation?
A) Improving soil drainage
B) Preventing pest infestations
C) Inducing flowering
D) Increasing fruit size
  • 18. What gas is commonly used for forcing pineapples?
A) Ethylene
B) Oxygen
C) Carbon dioxide
D) Nitrogen
  • 19. How can you tell if a pineapple is ripe by smell?
A) A strong, acidic smell
B) No smell at all
C) A grassy smell
D) A sweet aroma at the base
  • 20. Which of these is a use for pineapple waste products?
A) Fertilizer
B) All of the above
C) Animal feed
D) Fuel source
  • 21. Which country is known for the 'Queen Victoria' pineapple?
A) Brazil
B) Hawaii
C) Mauritius
D) Ecuador
  • 22. What does the 'crown' of the pineapple refer to?
A) The base of the fruit
B) The flowering part of the plant
C) The hard outer shell
D) The leafy top of the fruit
  • 23. What is the main symptom of 'butt rot' in pineapples?
A) Yellowing of the leaves
B) Rotting at the base of the fruit
C) Wilting of the crown
D) Stunted growth
  • 24. Which of these pests commonly affects pineapple crops?
A) Whiteflies
B) Mealybugs
C) Spider mites
D) Aphids
  • 25. How does altitude affect pineapple cultivation?
A) Altitude has no effect
B) Lower altitudes are preferred
C) Higher altitudes are preferred
D) Moderate altitudes are always best
  • 26. What is the purpose of waxing pineapples after harvest?
A) To improve the taste
B) To prevent pest infestation
C) To add color
D) To reduce water loss and extend shelf life
  • 27. What is a 'sucker' in pineapple growing?
A) A method of irrigation
B) A type of fertilizer used for pineapples
C) A tool used for harvesting pineapples
D) A shoot that grows from the base of the plant or fruit
  • 28. Which color does a ripe 'Smooth Cayenne' pineapple typically turn?
A) Red
B) Yellowish-orange
C) Brown
D) Green
  • 29. What is the purpose of ridging in pineapple farming?
A) To improve drainage
B) To prevent soil erosion
C) To provide support for the plants
D) To increase soil fertility
  • 30. What is the approximate time from planting to harvest for a pineapple?
A) 6-9 months
B) 12-18 months
C) 3-6 months
D) 24-36 months
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