How to Identify and Classify Green Beans
  • 1. Which of these is a primary visual characteristic of a green bean?
A) Round, bulbous shape
B) Bright red color
C) Covered in thorns
D) Long, slender pods
  • 2. What color are mature green beans typically?
A) Purple
B) Brown
C) Green
D) Yellow
  • 3. What is the texture of a fresh green bean pod?
A) Slimy and slippery
B) Soft and mushy
C) Rough and bumpy
D) Smooth and firm
  • 4. If a green bean pod is significantly bulging, what does this indicate?
A) Over-maturity
B) Ideal ripeness
C) Insect infestation
D) Lack of nutrients
  • 5. What should be the snap of a fresh green bean?
A) No snap at all
B) Crisp and clean
C) Rubbery and resistant
D) Dull and muted
  • 6. What is a common name for green beans?
A) Edamame
B) Snap peas
C) String beans
D) Lima beans
  • 7. What family of plants do green beans belong to?
A) Nightshade
B) Brassica
C) Legume
D) Cucurbit
  • 8. What is the typical length of a green bean pod?
A) 4-7 inches
B) 10-12 inches
C) 20-24 inches
D) 1-2 inches
  • 9. Which type of green bean is known for its thin, tender pods?
A) Romano Bean
B) Haricots Verts
C) Kentucky Wonder
D) Butter Bean
  • 10. What is the main difference between bush beans and pole beans?
A) Pod color
B) Seed size
C) Flowering time
D) Growth habit
  • 11. Which bean requires a trellis for support?
A) Fava bean
B) Bush bean
C) Soybean
D) Pole bean
  • 12. What is a common variety of bush bean?
A) Kentucky Wonder
B) Blue Lake Pole
C) Scarlet Runner
D) Provider
  • 13. What does 'fiber' in a green bean indicate?
A) Water content
B) Freshness and tenderness
C) Age and toughness
D) Nutrient richness
  • 14. Which of these is NOT a common way to eat green beans?
A) Steamed
B) Sauteed
C) Raw with the pod
D) Roasted
  • 15. Which of the following features is LEAST important for identifying a green bean?
A) Pod shape
B) Pod color
C) Root structure
D) Texture
  • 16. What is a sign of disease or damage in green beans?
A) Dark spots
B) Uniform green color
C) Firm texture
D) Smooth skin
  • 17. How should green beans be stored for optimal freshness?
A) In direct sunlight
B) At room temperature
C) In a paper bag in a warm place
D) Refrigerated
  • 18. Why is it important to remove the 'string' from some older varieties of green beans?
A) To prevent the bean from sprouting
B) To remove pesticides
C) To improve texture
D) To enhance flavor
  • 19. What is the ideal moisture content of green beans for freshness?
A) Variable
B) Zero
C) Low
D) High
  • 20. What kind of bean is the 'Romano' bean?
A) Dotted bean
B) Round bean
C) Flat bean
D) Spotted bean
  • 21. Which of these is a sign of overripe green bean?
A) Crisp Snap
B) Bulging seeds
C) Bright green
D) Long size
  • 22. What is blanching?
A) Deep frying
B) Air drying
C) Brief boiling
D) Sun drying
  • 23. Why are bean plants considered beneficial to soil health?
A) Deplete nitrogen
B) Introduce acidity
C) Require lots of water
D) Fix nitrogen
  • 24. What is the seed color of a Kentucky Wonder bean?
A) Green
B) White
C) Black
D) Brown
  • 25. Which is a sign of under-watering of a green bean plant?
A) Bright Color
B) Stunted Growth
C) Large Pods
D) Rapid Growth
  • 26. What part of the green bean is typically eaten?
A) The stem
B) The leaves
C) The root
D) The pod
  • 27. Which of these nutrients are green beans a good source of?
A) Calcium
B) Vitamin K
C) Vitamin B12
D) Iron
  • 28. When do green beans typically flower?
A) Late Fall
B) Winter
C) Late Spring/Early Summer
D) Early Spring
  • 29. If a green bean has a shriveled look, what does it mean?
A) It's old
B) It's not safe
C) It's a new variety
D) It's fresh
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