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