How to Identify and Classify Shallots
  • 1. What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes shallots from onions?
A) Shallots grow in clusters from a single bulb.
B) Shallots are only grown in Asia.
C) Shallots are always larger than onions.
D) Shallots have a spherical shape.
  • 2. Shallots belong to which plant family?
A) Solanaceae
B) Brassicaceae
C) Amaryllidaceae
D) Asteraceae
  • 3. What is the typical shape of a shallot bulb?
A) Elongated or pear-shaped
B) Irregular
C) Perfectly round
D) Square
  • 4. What is the flavor profile of shallots compared to onions?
A) Exactly the same
B) Extremely spicy
C) More pungent and bitter
D) Milder and sweeter
  • 5. What is the typical skin color of shallots?
A) Always black
B) Varies from golden brown to reddish-purple
C) Always white
D) Always green
  • 6. How are shallots typically propagated?
A) By cuttings
B) By seeds
C) By grafting
D) By planting individual bulbs
  • 7. What is a common culinary use for shallots?
A) As a tea ingredient
B) As a fruit filling
C) As a flavoring agent in sauces and dressings
D) As a main course vegetable
  • 8. What is the internal color of a shallot bulb typically?
A) Fluorescent pink
B) Bright green
C) White or pale purple
D) Dark brown
  • 9. How many bulbs typically grow from a single shallot set?
A) Multiple
B) Thousands
C) One
D) None
  • 10. Compared to onions, what is the shelf life of shallots generally?
A) Similar, but may store slightly longer
B) Much longer
C) Shallots rot very quickly.
D) Much shorter
  • 11. Which of the following is NOT a common variety of shallot?
A) Jersey
B) Echalion
C) Red Globe
D) French Grey
  • 12. What type of climate do shallots prefer?
A) Extremely dry
B) Hot and humid
C) Cool to temperate
D) Arctic
  • 13. When is the typical harvest time for shallots?
A) Any time of year
B) Late summer to early fall
C) Winter
D) Early spring
  • 14. What is a key indicator that shallots are ready to harvest?
A) The leaves grow taller
B) The tops begin to fall over
C) The bulbs turn bright red
D) The roots turn blue
  • 15. How should shallots be stored after harvesting?
A) In a sealed plastic bag
B) Soaked in water
C) In a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place
D) In the refrigerator
  • 16. What is the botanical name for shallots?
A) Allium cepa var. aggregatum
B) Malus domestica
C) Solanum lycopersicum
D) Brassica oleracea
  • 17. What is one nutritional benefit of shallots?
A) They are a good source of antioxidants.
B) They contain no vitamins.
C) They are high in cholesterol.
D) They are high in saturated fat.
  • 18. What is the ideal soil pH for growing shallots?
A) 8.0 to 9.0
B) 6.0 to 7.0
C) 4.0 to 5.0
D) Below 3.0
  • 19. What is a common pest that affects shallots?
A) Aphids
B) Snails
C) Onion thrips
D) Grasshoppers
  • 20. How deeply should shallot sets be planted?
A) Completely buried
B) With the tip just showing above the soil
C) Halfway in the soil
D) On the surface of the soil
  • 21. What is 'Echalion' shallot known for?
A) Its long, banana-like shape
B) Its small, round shape
C) Its bright pink color
D) Its extremely pungent flavor
  • 22. Which cooking method best preserves the delicate flavor of shallots?
A) Boiling
B) Sautéing
C) Pressure cooking
D) Deep frying
  • 23. What is the purpose of 'curing' shallots after harvest?
A) To increase their size
B) To prevent them from sprouting
C) To make them sweeter
D) To dry the outer layers for better storage
  • 24. What is the difference between shallots and garlic?
A) Shallots have a stronger flavor than garlic
B) Shallots grow in heads, garlic grows in clusters.
C) Shallots have a milder flavor than garlic.
D) They are the same thing.
  • 25. Which of these is the best way to determine if a shallot is fresh?
A) The bulb is sprouting green shoots.
B) The bulb is soft and easily squished.
C) The bulb is firm and without soft spots.
D) The bulb has a strong odor.
  • 26. What is a common dish that frequently uses shallots?
A) Omelet
B) Vinaigrette
C) Peanut butter sandwich
D) Ice Cream
  • 27. What is a sign of overwatering in shallots?
A) Yellowing leaves
B) Larger bulb formation
C) Rapid growth
D) Dark green leaves
  • 28. What is a use for shallot greens?
A) As a substitute for chives or green onions.
B) Animal Fodder
C) They are poisonous.
D) To make shallot tea.
  • 29. What should you do if your shallots start to flower?
A) Transplant them into a larger container.
B) Add more fertilizer.
C) Remove the flower stalk to encourage bulb growth.
D) Let the flower bloom and collect the seeds.
  • 30. What are the benefit of growing shallots from sets instead of seeds?
A) Sets mature quicker than seeds
B) Sets do not require watering
C) Seeds are easier to grow than sets
D) Seeds mature quicker than sets
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