How to Identify and Classify Bok Choy
  • 1. What family does Bok Choy belong to?
A) Solanaceae
B) Poaceae
C) Brassicaceae
D) Asteraceae
  • 2. Bok Choy is a type of:
A) Lettuce
B) Kale
C) Chinese cabbage
D) Spinach
  • 3. What is the scientific name for Bok Choy?
A) Spinacia oleracea
B) Lactuca sativa
C) Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis
D) Brassica oleracea
  • 4. What is the defining characteristic of Bok Choy's leaves?
A) Reddish-purple leaves with thin stalks
B) Frilly, light green leaves
C) Dark green leaves with thick, white stalks
D) Long, needle-like leaves
  • 5. What is the primary color of Bok Choy stalks?
A) Yellow
B) White
C) Purple
D) Green
  • 6. What does the term 'Bok Choy' literally mean in Cantonese?
A) Crisp vegetable
B) White vegetable
C) Round vegetable
D) Green vegetable
  • 7. What is a common variety of Bok Choy?
A) Shanghai Bok Choy
B) Roma Bok Choy
C) Iceberg Bok Choy
D) Boston Bok Choy
  • 8. Shanghai Bok Choy is known for having what color stalks?
A) Yellow
B) White
C) Purple
D) Light green
  • 9. What is a key difference between Bok Choy and Napa Cabbage?
A) Bok Choy is yellow, Napa is green.
B) Bok Choy has distinct stalks, Napa is tightly headed.
C) There is no difference.
D) Bok Choy is round, Napa is long.
  • 10. How are Bok Choy leaves typically attached?
A) In a rosette formation
B) On a single stem
C) In a spiral
D) Randomly scattered
  • 11. What is the typical size of a mature Bok Choy plant?
A) 3-4 feet
B) 1-2 feet
C) 2-3 inches
D) 6-12 inches
  • 12. How can you distinguish between mature and immature Bok Choy?
A) There is no visual difference
B) Mature Bok Choy has larger, tougher leaves
C) Immature Bok Choy has whiter stalks
D) Mature Bok Choy is brighter green
  • 13. What kind of environment does Bok Choy thrive in?
A) Dry, arid weather
B) Tropical weather
C) Cool weather
D) Hot, humid weather
  • 14. What is a common pest that affects Bok Choy?
A) Bees
B) Earthworms
C) Aphids
D) Ladybugs
  • 15. Which part of the Bok Choy plant is edible?
A) Both leaves and stalks
B) Only the stalks
C) Only the roots
D) Only the leaves
  • 16. What is the texture of Bok Choy stalks?
A) Mushy
B) Crisp
C) Slimy
D) Soft
  • 17. What is the general flavor profile of Bok Choy?
A) Sweet and fruity
B) Sour and tangy
C) Mild and slightly peppery
D) Bitter and pungent
  • 18. How does baby Bok Choy differ from mature Bok Choy?
A) Thicker stalks
B) Smaller, more tender leaves
C) Tougher leaves, less flavor
D) Darker green color
  • 19. What is one way Bok Choy is commonly prepared in Asian cuisine?
A) Boiled
B) Fried
C) Stir-fried
D) Baked
  • 20. Compared to regular Bok Choy, Gai Lan (Chinese Broccoli) has:
A) Thinner stalks and larger leaves
B) No stalks at all
C) Thicker stalks and smaller leaves
D) Same characteristics as Bok Choy
  • 21. What nutrient is Bok Choy a good source of?
A) Vitamin B12
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin K
D) Vitamin D
  • 22. How does bolting affect Bok Choy?
A) Makes the stalks tougher
B) Has no effect
C) Makes the leaves bitter
D) Makes the leaves sweeter
  • 23. What should you look for when selecting Bok Choy in a store?
A) Brown spots on the stalks
B) Wilted leaves and soft stalks
C) Yellowing leaves
D) Firm stalks and vibrant leaves
  • 24. How should Bok Choy be stored in the refrigerator?
A) Loosely wrapped in a plastic bag
B) In an airtight container
C) Submerged in water
D) Unwrapped
  • 25. What is the best way to clean Bok Choy?
A) Boil for 5 minutes
B) Soak in warm water with soap
C) Wipe with a dry cloth
D) Rinse thoroughly under cold water
  • 26. What part of the Bok Choy should be cut off before cooking?
A) The very bottom of the stem
B) The top of the leaves
C) No part needs to be cut off
D) All of the stalks
  • 27. Which of these is NOT a common name for Bok Choy?
A) White Mustard Cabbage
B) Daikon Cabbage
C) Chinese White Cabbage
D) Pak Choi
  • 28. Why is it important to wash Bok Choy thoroughly?
A) To remove dirt and grit
B) To make it sweeter
C) To prevent bolting
D) To increase its shelf life
  • 29. How does cooking affect the flavor of Bok Choy?
A) It becomes sweeter
B) It becomes spicier
C) It becomes more bitter
D) It becomes milder
  • 30. What is the flowering stalk of Bok Choy called?
A) Rapini
B) Radicchio
C) Celeriac
D) Kohlrabi
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