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