How to Identify and Classify Plantains
  • 1. What family do plantains belong to?
A) Musaceae
B) Solanaceae
C) Fabaceae
D) Poaceae
  • 2. Plantains are often confused with which fruit?
A) Pears
B) Bananas
C) Apples
D) Oranges
  • 3. How are plantains typically consumed?
A) Raw
B) Pickled
C) Dried
D) Cooked
  • 4. What is the primary carbohydrate in plantains?
A) Starch
B) Glucose
C) Fructose
D) Sucrose
  • 5. Plantains are a staple food in which region?
A) Temperate regions
B) Desert regions
C) Tropical regions
D) Arctic regions
  • 6. What color is a ripe plantain?
A) Black or very dark brown
B) Red
C) Yellow
D) Green
  • 7. What is the texture of a plantain when raw?
A) Starchy and hard
B) Mushy and sour
C) Juicy and tangy
D) Soft and sweet
  • 8. Which of the following is a common cooking method for plantains?
A) Microwaving (for raw consumption)
B) Frying
C) Steaming (for raw consumption)
D) Boiling (for raw consumption)
  • 9. Compared to bananas, plantains are typically...
A) Larger and tougher
B) Smaller and softer
C) More colorful
D) Sweeter and less starchy
  • 10. What nutrient are plantains a good source of?
A) Vitamin A
B) Calcium
C) Vitamin C
D) Potassium
  • 11. What is a young, green plantain often called?
A) Black plantain
B) Yellow plantain
C) Green plantain
D) Red plantain
  • 12. A plantain with some black spots and mostly yellow is considered...
A) Overripe
B) Rotten
C) Ripe
D) Unripe
  • 13. Which part of the plantain is typically used for consumption?
A) Stem
B) Leaves
C) Roots
D) Fruit
  • 14. What climate is best for growing plantains?
A) Arctic
B) Temperate
C) Desert
D) Tropical
  • 15. The taste of a cooked green plantain is often described as...
A) Sour
B) Sweet
C) Bitter
D) Savory
  • 16. Which continent is a major producer of plantains?
A) Europe
B) Africa
C) Asia
D) Australia
  • 17. What is the term for plantains that have been pounded and fried?
A) Maduros
B) Tostones
C) Mofongo
D) Alcapurrias
  • 18. What is the term for ripe plantains that are fried?
A) Tostones
B) Alcapurrias
C) Mofongo
D) Maduros
  • 19. What is the role of plantains in some traditional diets?
A) A medicinal herb
B) A rare delicacy
C) A source of processed sugar
D) A staple carbohydrate source
  • 20. Compared to bananas, plantains have a higher...
A) Sugar content
B) Water content
C) Fiber content
D) Starch content
  • 21. The scientific name for a common plantain variety is Musa paradisiaca, which is related to:
A) Apple species
B) Orange species
C) Banana species
D) Potato species
  • 22. Which part of the world relies heavily on plantains as a food security crop?
A) Central Asia
B) North America
C) Sub-Saharan Africa
D) Northern Europe
  • 23. What does 'climacteric fruit' mean in relation to plantains?
A) Ripens only on the plant
B) Ripens after harvesting
C) Ripens underwater
D) Does not ripen
  • 24. Which of these cooking oils is commonly used for frying plantains?
A) Vegetable oil
B) Flaxseed oil
C) Olive oil
D) Sesame oil
  • 25. What is the shelf life of a plantain typically like compared to other fruits?
A) Shorter
B) Longer
C) Indefinite
D) About the same
  • 26. A diseased plantain plant will often show what visible symptom?
A) Increased fruit production
B) Bright pink flowers
C) Yellowing leaves
D) Dark green stems
  • 27. What is a common pest that affects plantain plants?
A) Earthworms
B) Nematodes
C) Butterflies
D) Ladybugs
  • 28. Which preparation method helps to reduce the bitterness of unripe plantains?
A) Freezing
B) Soaking in saltwater
C) Baking
D) Adding sugar
  • 29. In some cultures, plantain leaves are used for:
A) Creating dyes
B) Making tea
C) Wrapping food
D) Building houses
  • 30. Why is it important to choose the right maturity stage for plantains before cooking?
A) To achieve the desired taste and texture
B) To increase nutritional value
C) To extend the shelf life
D) To prevent spoilage
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