How to harvest and cook wild greens - Test
  • 1. What is the most crucial step before harvesting any wild greens?
A) Positive identification of the plant
B) Washing the greens thoroughly
C) Checking the soil pH
D) Wearing gloves
  • 2. Which tool is most useful for harvesting larger quantities of wild greens?
A) A shovel
B) A trowel
C) A sharp knife or scissors
D) A rake
  • 3. What time of day is generally best for harvesting wild greens?
A) Early morning
B) Late afternoon
C) Evening
D) Midday
  • 4. What part of the plant should you typically avoid harvesting?
A) The newest leaves
B) Greens near roadsides or treated areas
C) The oldest leaves
D) The flower buds
  • 5. Which of these is a sign that a wild green may be unsafe to eat?
A) Small size
B) Slightly bitter taste
C) Presence of small insects
D) Discoloration or unusual odor
  • 6. What is 'blanching' in the context of cooking greens?
A) Sautéing in butter
B) Adding to a salad raw
C) Briefly boiling and then shocking in ice water
D) Baking at a low temperature
  • 7. Why is blanching often recommended for wild greens?
A) To increase nutrient content
B) To reduce bitterness and tenderize
C) To add flavor
D) To make them easier to identify
  • 8. Which cooking method is best for retaining the most nutrients in wild greens?
A) Roasting
B) Steaming
C) Frying
D) Boiling
  • 9. What type of oil is generally recommended for sautéing wild greens?
A) Vegetable oil
B) Motor oil
C) Coconut oil
D) Olive oil
  • 10. What is a common ingredient to add to sautéed wild greens for flavor?
A) Garlic
B) Sugar
C) Bleach
D) Food coloring
  • 11. Which of the following wild greens is known for its slightly lemony flavor?
A) Sheep Sorrel
B) Burdock
C) Dandelion
D) Plantain
  • 12. Which wild green is often used in soups and stews?
A) Wood Sorrel
B) Chickweed
C) Purslane
D) Nettles
  • 13. What safety precaution should you take when handling nettles?
A) Soak them in vinegar before handling
B) Rub them with oil before handling
C) Freeze them before handling
D) Wear gloves to avoid stinging
  • 14. Which of these is a common way to preserve wild greens?
A) Leaving them in water
B) Burying them in soil
C) Refrigerating for months
D) Drying
  • 15. When drying wild greens, what is important to ensure?
A) Direct sunlight
B) Proper ventilation to prevent mold
C) High humidity
D) Freezing temperatures
  • 16. Which wild green is sometimes used as a spinach substitute?
A) Cattail
B) Lamb's Quarters
C) Kudzu
D) Pokeweed
  • 17. Why is it important to harvest sustainably?
A) To ensure the plant population can regenerate
B) To attract more wildlife
C) To avoid legal issues
D) To make the greens taste better
  • 18. What does harvesting sustainably mean in practice?
A) Burning the area after harvesting
B) Taking all the greens from one area
C) Transplanting the greens to your garden
D) Taking only a small percentage of the available greens
  • 19. Which of these greens is best used raw in small quantities due to oxalic acid content?
A) Spinach
B) Mustard greens
C) Kale
D) Wood Sorrel
  • 20. What is a 'weed and feed' product?
A) A type of edible wild green
B) A tool for harvesting wild greens
C) A fertilizer for wild greens
D) A lawn treatment that can contaminate wild greens
  • 21. What is the best container to store harvested wild greens in while transporting them?
A) A sealed plastic bag
B) Wrapped in newspaper
C) A breathable bag or basket
D) A metal container
  • 22. What is the purpose of a 'foraging guide'?
A) To find hiking trails
B) To find the best prices on groceries
C) To help identify edible plants
D) To learn how to garden
  • 23. What is a good way to prepare dandelion greens to reduce their bitterness?
A) Bake them at high heat.
B) Fry them in sugar.
C) Boil them in multiple changes of water.
D) Eat them raw with vinegar.
  • 24. What is an important factor to consider when choosing a harvesting location?
A) Potential for pesticide or herbicide contamination
B) The weather forecast
C) How many other people are foraging there
D) How easy it is to access the location
  • 25. What should you do if you are unsure about the identification of a wild green?
A) Trust your instincts
B) Do not eat it
C) Try a small amount and wait for a reaction
D) Ask a random passerby
  • 26. What is the benefit of adding an acidic ingredient like lemon juice or vinegar to cooked greens?
A) It can help balance the bitterness and enhance flavor.
B) It makes them easier to digest.
C) It increases their nutrient content.
D) It makes them last longer in the refrigerator.
  • 27. Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a safe harvesting area?
A) Away from industrial sites
B) Far from roads
C) On private property with permission
D) Recently sprayed with chemicals
  • 28. What is the proper way to clean wild greens after harvesting?
A) Rinse thoroughly in cold water.
B) Soak in hot soapy water.
C) Wipe with a damp cloth.
D) Boil before cleaning.
  • 29. How does cooking affect the nutritional content of wild greens?
A) Some nutrients are lost, but others become more bioavailable.
B) Cooking always destroys all the nutrients.
C) Cooking has no effect on nutritional content.
D) Cooking always increases the nutritional content.
  • 30. What does 'bioavailability' mean in the context of nutrition?
A) The color of the food.
B) The flavor of the food.
C) The cost of the food.
D) How easily the body can absorb and use nutrients.
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