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