How to Identify and Classify Parsnips - Exam
How to Identify and Classify Parsnips
  • 1. What is the primary identifying characteristic of a parsnip?
A) Purple striped root
B) Bright orange root color
C) Creamy white root color
D) Dark brown root
  • 2. Parsnips belong to which plant family?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Apiaceae
C) Fabaceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 3. What is the shape of a typical parsnip root?
A) Round
B) Tapered
C) Globular
D) Square
  • 4. How does the aroma of parsnip compare to carrots?
A) Identical aroma
B) More bitter
C) Less pronounced
D) Sweeter and earthier
  • 5. What time of year are parsnips typically harvested?
A) Late spring
B) Mid-summer
C) Early spring
D) Late fall/Early winter
  • 6. What impact does frost have on parsnip flavor?
A) Has no effect
B) Makes it bitter
C) Makes it watery
D) Enhances the sweetness
  • 7. What is the typical length of a mature parsnip root?
A) 12-18 inches
B) 6-10 inches
C) 2-4 inches
D) 2 feet or more
  • 8. Are parsnip leaves edible?
A) No, they are toxic
B) Yes, when cooked
C) Yes, in small quantities
D) Only young leaves
  • 9. What soil type is best for growing parsnips?
A) Waterlogged soil
B) Sandy, dry soil
C) Loose, well-drained soil
D) Heavy clay soil
  • 10. What is the plant height of a mature parsnip plant (including leaves)?
A) 2-4 feet
B) 6-8 feet
C) 6 inches
D) 1 foot
  • 11. What do parsnip flowers look like?
A) Blue clusters
B) Red spikes
C) White single blooms
D) Yellow umbels
  • 12. What is a common pest that affects parsnips?
A) Carrot rust fly
B) Spider mites
C) Aphids
D) Japanese beetles
  • 13. How do parsnips typically reproduce?
A) By seed
B) By spores
C) By cuttings
D) By root division
  • 14. What is the scientific name of the parsnip?
A) Pastinaca sativa
B) Daucus carota
C) Allium cepa
D) Beta vulgaris
  • 15. What visual indicator on the parsnip root suggests it might be old and woody?
A) Smooth skin
B) Small size
C) Bright white color
D) Very large core
  • 16. What is the texture of a freshly harvested parsnip root?
A) Soft
B) Slimy
C) Spongy
D) Firm
  • 17. Which part of the parsnip plant contains furanocoumarins, which can cause skin irritation?
A) Seed
B) Root
C) Leaves and stem
D) Flower
  • 18. What is a good way to store harvested parsnips?
A) Uncovered in the refrigerator
B) At room temperature in sunlight
C) In a cool, dark, and humid place
D) In a dry, warm place
  • 19. Are parsnips typically grown as annuals or biennials?
A) Perennials
B) Depends on the climate
C) Annuals
D) Biennials
  • 20. Compared to carrots, how long do parsnips typically take to mature?
A) The same amount of time
B) Longer
C) Shorter
D) Depends on the variety
  • 21. What vitamin is parsnips a good source of?
A) Vitamin D
B) Vitamin B12
C) Vitamin A
D) Vitamin C
  • 22. What element in soil is important for good parsnip growth?
A) Iron
B) Calcium
C) Nitrogen (too much can cause hairy roots)
D) Phosphorus
  • 23. How deep should parsnip seeds be planted?
A) 1/2 inch
B) 2 inches
C) 3 inches
D) 1 inch
  • 24. What is the ideal pH range for parsnip soil?
A) 8.5-9.5
B) 6.0-7.0
C) 7.5-8.5
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 25. What is a common culinary use for parsnips?
A) Roasted as a side dish
B) Eaten raw as a snack
C) Used to make tea
D) Used as a coffee substitute
  • 26. What is 'Parsnip canker'?
A) A fungal disease
B) A type of soil
C) A type of insect infestation
D) A nutrient deficiency
  • 27. When do parsnip seeds lose their viability quickly?
A) After five years
B) After one year
C) They don't lose viability
D) After ten years
  • 28. What is the ideal spacing between parsnip plants?
A) 12 inches
B) 1 inch
C) 3-4 inches
D) 2 feet
  • 29. What makes parsnips a good companion plant?
A) Fixes nitrogen in the soil
B) Attracts beneficial insects
C) Provides shade for other plants
D) Repels all pests
  • 30. What is a sign that a parsnip is starting to bolt (flower prematurely)?
A) Leaf wilting
B) Root turning orange
C) Root swelling
D) Rapid stem elongation
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