How to Identify and Classify Shallots
  • 1. What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes shallots from onions?
A) Shallots are only grown in Asia.
B) Shallots have a spherical shape.
C) Shallots are always larger than onions.
D) Shallots grow in clusters from a single bulb.
  • 2. Shallots belong to which plant family?
A) Solanaceae
B) Asteraceae
C) Amaryllidaceae
D) Brassicaceae
  • 3. What is the typical shape of a shallot bulb?
A) Irregular
B) Perfectly round
C) Square
D) Elongated or pear-shaped
  • 4. What is the flavor profile of shallots compared to onions?
A) Milder and sweeter
B) Exactly the same
C) More pungent and bitter
D) Extremely spicy
  • 5. What is the typical skin color of shallots?
A) Always green
B) Always black
C) Always white
D) Varies from golden brown to reddish-purple
  • 6. How are shallots typically propagated?
A) By grafting
B) By cuttings
C) By seeds
D) By planting individual bulbs
  • 7. What is a common culinary use for shallots?
A) As a fruit filling
B) As a flavoring agent in sauces and dressings
C) As a main course vegetable
D) As a tea ingredient
  • 8. What is the internal color of a shallot bulb typically?
A) Fluorescent pink
B) White or pale purple
C) Bright green
D) Dark brown
  • 9. How many bulbs typically grow from a single shallot set?
A) Multiple
B) None
C) Thousands
D) One
  • 10. Compared to onions, what is the shelf life of shallots generally?
A) Much longer
B) Shallots rot very quickly.
C) Similar, but may store slightly longer
D) Much shorter
  • 11. Which of the following is NOT a common variety of shallot?
A) Jersey
B) Red Globe
C) French Grey
D) Echalion
  • 12. What type of climate do shallots prefer?
A) Hot and humid
B) Cool to temperate
C) Extremely dry
D) Arctic
  • 13. When is the typical harvest time for shallots?
A) Winter
B) Early spring
C) Any time of year
D) Late summer to early fall
  • 14. What is a key indicator that shallots are ready to harvest?
A) The roots turn blue
B) The bulbs turn bright red
C) The leaves grow taller
D) The tops begin to fall over
  • 15. How should shallots be stored after harvesting?
A) In a sealed plastic bag
B) In a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place
C) In the refrigerator
D) Soaked in water
  • 16. What is the botanical name for shallots?
A) Solanum lycopersicum
B) Allium cepa var. aggregatum
C) Malus domestica
D) Brassica oleracea
  • 17. What is one nutritional benefit of shallots?
A) They contain no vitamins.
B) They are high in cholesterol.
C) They are high in saturated fat.
D) They are a good source of antioxidants.
  • 18. What is the ideal soil pH for growing shallots?
A) Below 3.0
B) 6.0 to 7.0
C) 4.0 to 5.0
D) 8.0 to 9.0
  • 19. What is a common pest that affects shallots?
A) Grasshoppers
B) Onion thrips
C) Aphids
D) Snails
  • 20. How deeply should shallot sets be planted?
A) On the surface of the soil
B) Halfway in the soil
C) With the tip just showing above the soil
D) Completely buried
  • 21. What is 'Echalion' shallot known for?
A) Its bright pink color
B) Its extremely pungent flavor
C) Its long, banana-like shape
D) Its small, round shape
  • 22. Which cooking method best preserves the delicate flavor of shallots?
A) Deep frying
B) Boiling
C) Sautéing
D) Pressure cooking
  • 23. What is the purpose of 'curing' shallots after harvest?
A) To prevent them from sprouting
B) To make them sweeter
C) To dry the outer layers for better storage
D) To increase their size
  • 24. What is the difference between shallots and garlic?
A) They are the same thing.
B) Shallots have a stronger flavor than garlic
C) Shallots grow in heads, garlic grows in clusters.
D) Shallots have a milder flavor than garlic.
  • 25. Which of these is the best way to determine if a shallot is fresh?
A) The bulb is soft and easily squished.
B) The bulb is sprouting green shoots.
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) Peanut butter sandwich
C) Vinaigrette
D) Ice Cream
  • 27. What is a sign of overwatering in shallots?
A) Rapid growth
B) Larger bulb formation
C) Yellowing leaves
D) Dark green leaves
  • 28. What is a use for shallot greens?
A) To make shallot tea.
B) They are poisonous.
C) Animal Fodder
D) As a substitute for chives or green onions.
  • 29. What should you do if your shallots start to flower?
A) Add more fertilizer.
B) Remove the flower stalk to encourage bulb growth.
C) Let the flower bloom and collect the seeds.
D) Transplant them into a larger container.
  • 30. What are the benefit of growing shallots from sets instead of seeds?
A) Seeds are easier to grow than sets
B) Sets do not require watering
C) Seeds mature quicker than sets
D) Sets mature quicker than seeds
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