How to Grow Taro Roots
  • 1. What is the primary method of propagating taro?
A) Leaf Cuttings
B) Root Division
C) Corms and Suckers
D) Seeds
  • 2. What type of climate is best suited for taro cultivation?
A) Cool, Mountainous
B) Temperate, Dry
C) Cold, Arid
D) Warm, Humid
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for taro?
A) 8.5-9.5
B) 4.0-5.0
C) 5.5-6.5
D) 7.0-8.0
  • 4. How much sunlight does taro require?
A) Partial Shade to Full Sun
B) Full Shade
C) Only Artificial Light
D) Minimal Sunlight
  • 5. What is the most crucial factor for successful taro growth?
A) Fertilizer Application
B) Air Circulation
C) Consistent Moisture
D) Soil Type
  • 6. What is a common pest that affects taro?
A) Ladybugs
B) Aphids
C) Bees
D) Earthworms
  • 7. Which nutrient is particularly important for taro root development?
A) Calcium
B) Phosphorus
C) Nitrogen
D) Potassium
  • 8. How deep should corms be planted?
A) Just below the surface
B) 6-8 inches
C) 2-3 inches
D) 10-12 inches
  • 9. What is a sign of overwatering taro?
A) Strong Root System
B) Yellowing Leaves
C) Dark Green Leaves
D) Rapid Growth
  • 10. What is the typical harvest time for taro?
A) 1-2 Months
B) 18-24 Months
C) 6-12 Months
D) 3-4 Months
  • 11. What does 'kalo' mean?
A) Sweet Potato
B) Potato
C) Yam
D) Taro
  • 12. Where is taro believed to have originated?
A) South America
B) Southeast Asia
C) Africa
D) North America
  • 13. What is the name of the smaller taro plantlets that grow from the main corm?
A) Roots
B) Seedlings
C) Suckers
D) Stems
  • 14. Which type of soil is generally NOT suitable for taro?
A) Loamy Soil
B) Clay Soil
C) Sandy Soil
D) Silty Soil
  • 15. What is the purpose of hilling the soil around taro plants?
A) Encourages Corm Development
B) Provides Shade
C) Attracts Beneficial Insects
D) Prevents Weed Growth
  • 16. What is a common disease that affects taro?
A) Taro Leaf Blight
B) Root Rot
C) Powdery Mildew
D) Black Spot
  • 17. What should you do to prepare corms for planting?
A) Allow them to callous over
B) Freeze them
C) Soak them in bleach
D) Sand them
  • 18. What is an important consideration when selecting a location for planting taro?
A) Accessibility to Water
B) Amount of Wind
C) Elevation
D) Proximity to Roads
  • 19. What is one way to improve drainage in the soil before planting taro?
A) Compact the Soil
B) Add Organic Matter
C) Remove all Nutrients
D) Add Clay
  • 20. What is one sign of a healthy taro plant?
A) Brown Spots
B) Vigorous Leaf Growth
C) Stunted Growth
D) Curled Leaves
  • 21. What is 'poi'?
A) Pounded taro root
B) Cooked taro leaves
C) Taro flour
D) Fried taro chips
  • 22. What should you do with the suckers that grow from the main taro plant?
A) Cut them off and discard them
B) Separate and replant them
C) Leave them attached
D) Graft them to other plants
  • 23. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for taro?
A) High calcium fertilizer
B) High nitrogen fertilizer
C) Balanced NPK fertilizer
D) High phosphorus fertilizer
  • 24. How often should you fertilize taro plants?
A) Once a year
B) Every day
C) Every few weeks
D) Never
  • 25. What is the best time of year to plant taro in most regions?
A) Mid Winter
B) Mid Summer
C) Late Autumn
D) Early Spring
  • 26. Which planting method is commonly used in wetland conditions?
A) Paddy cultivation
B) Dryland farming
C) Terrace farming
D) Container gardening
  • 27. What part of the taro plant is primarily consumed?
A) Corm
B) Stem
C) Leaves
D) Roots
  • 28. Why is it important to cook taro thoroughly?
A) To kill bacteria
B) To remove calcium oxalate crystals
C) To improve the taste
D) To make it easier to digest
  • 29. What tool is useful for harvesting taro?
A) Lawnmower
B) Spade
C) Pruning shears
D) Hedge Trimmer
  • 30. What is one way to protect taro from frost?
A) Prune the plants
B) Cover plants with burlap
C) Apply fertilizer
D) Water more frequently
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