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