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