How to Identify and Classify Horse Gram Beans
  • 1. What is the scientific name of Horse Gram?
A) Macrotyloma uniflorum
B) Vigna unguiculata
C) Phaseolus vulgaris
D) Cicer arietinum
  • 2. Horse Gram is primarily cultivated for its:
A) Roots
B) Leaves
C) Seeds
D) Flowers
  • 3. Horse Gram beans are typically what size?
A) Medium
B) Extra Large
C) Small
D) Large
  • 4. Which color is MOST commonly associated with Horse Gram beans?
A) Black
B) Reddish-brown
C) Green
D) White
  • 5. The shape of Horse Gram beans can be best described as:
A) Round
B) Square
C) Elongated and cylindrical
D) Flattened and oval
  • 6. The hilum (scar) on a Horse Gram bean is typically:
A) Red
B) Black
C) White or pale
D) Green
  • 7. Horse Gram is known for its high content of:
A) Sugar
B) Water
C) Protein
D) Fat
  • 8. Horse Gram is adapted to which type of climate?
A) Cold and wet
B) Extremely humid
C) Temperate
D) Dry and warm
  • 9. What is a common local name for Horse Gram in India?
A) Moong
B) Kulthi
C) Toor
D) Urad
  • 10. The seed coat texture of Horse Gram beans is generally:
A) Hairy
B) Wrinkled
C) Rough
D) Smooth
  • 11. Which of these is NOT a typical use of Horse Gram?
A) Fuel
B) Animal Feed
C) Human Consumption
D) Green Manure
  • 12. Which characteristic helps differentiate Horse Gram from other lentils?
A) Sweet taste
B) Distinct flattened shape
C) Large size
D) Bright green color
  • 13. Different varieties of Horse Gram beans might exhibit variations in:
A) Only taste
B) Texture only
C) Color and size
D) Smell only
  • 14. Which type of soil is best suited for Horse Gram cultivation?
A) Well-drained sandy loam
B) Waterlogged soil
C) Heavy clay
D) Highly acidic soil
  • 15. What is a common culinary use of Horse Gram in South India?
A) Naan
B) Biryani
C) Rasam
D) Samosa
  • 16. Does Horse Gram require a lot of fertilizer?
A) No, it requires minimal fertilizer
B) Only phosphorus fertilizer is needed
C) Yes, it requires heavy fertilization
D) Only nitrogen fertilizer is needed
  • 17. What distinguishes horse gram from cowpea?
A) Cowpea beans are rounder
B) Cowpea beans are always red
C) Horse gram beans are smaller
D) Horse gram beans have a black eye
  • 18. Horse gram is known for its ability to...
A) Tolerate poor soils
B) Fix large amounts of nitrogen
C) Grow well in shade
D) Require constant watering
  • 19. How does the hilum present on the bean help identify it?
A) It always has a ridge.
B) It is usually a different color.
C) It is located at the top of the bean.
D) It's always cracked.
  • 20. What is the general maturity period of Horse Gram?
A) Long, over 200 days
B) Medium, about 180 days
C) Very long, over 250 days
D) Short, 75-150 days
  • 21. Which region is Horse Gram most prominently grown in?
A) South America
B) Southeast Asia
C) North America
D) Europe
  • 22. Which statement is TRUE about the taste of Horse Gram?
A) It is extremely sweet
B) It has a distinct earthy flavor
C) It tastes like peanuts
D) It has a strong fishy taste
  • 23. The term 'uniflorum' in Macrotyloma uniflorum refers to:
A) Certain color
B) Specific size
C) Single flower
D) Many flowers
  • 24. Which process enhances the digestibility of Horse Gram?
A) Roasting without soaking
B) Soaking and cooking
C) Eating raw
D) Sun drying
  • 25. Is Horse Gram considered a pulse?
A) No
B) Yes
C) Only when cooked
D) Sometimes
  • 26. What makes Horse Gram a good option for dryland farming?
A) Drought tolerance
B) Requirement for fertile soil
C) High water requirement
D) Susceptibility to pests
  • 27. How does Horse Gram benefit soil health?
A) Increases soil salinity
B) Depletes soil nutrients
C) Increases soil acidity
D) Nitrogen fixation
  • 28. Which is a key characteristic of Horse Gram in terms of plant growth?
A) Trailing or climbing habit
B) Erect and tall
C) Tree-like
D) Shrub-like
  • 29. Which factor is MOST important for long-term storage of Horse Gram seeds?
A) Dry and cool environment
B) Warm temperature
C) Direct sunlight
D) High humidity
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