How to Identify and Classify Zucchinis
  • 1. What family does zucchini belong to?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Cucurbitaceae
C) Solanaceae
D) Rosaceae
  • 2. Zucchini is botanically classified as a:
A) Stem
B) Fruit
C) Root
D) Vegetable
  • 3. What is the typical shape of a zucchini?
A) Heart-shaped
B) Round and bulbous
C) Elongated and cylindrical
D) Flat and disk-shaped
  • 4. Common zucchini colors include:
A) Orange, brown, black
B) Dark green, light green, yellow
C) Red, blue, purple
D) Pink, white, grey
  • 5. What is the texture of a zucchini's skin?
A) Rough
B) Bumpy
C) Smooth
D) Hairy
  • 6. The zucchini flower is typically:
A) Yellow
B) Red
C) Blue
D) Purple
  • 7. What is the name of the popular yellow zucchini variety?
A) Lemon zucchini
B) Banana zucchini
C) Golden zucchini
D) Sunshine zucchini
  • 8. Which of these is NOT a type of zucchini?
A) Costata Romanesco
B) Gold Rush
C) Butternut squash
D) Black Beauty
  • 9. Costata Romanesco zucchini is known for its:
A) Extremely long length
B) Sweet taste
C) Ribbed appearance
D) Perfectly smooth skin
  • 10. What is the ideal size to harvest zucchinis for best flavor?
A) 20-24 inches long
B) 1-2 inches long
C) 12-14 inches long
D) 6-8 inches long
  • 11. What does 'patty pan' refer to in the context of squash?
A) A specific part of the zucchini plant
B) A cooking utensil for zucchini
C) A disease affecting zucchini plants
D) A type of summer squash related to zucchini
  • 12. What is the flesh of a zucchini like?
A) Pale green to white, tender
B) Deep red, fibrous
C) Dark brown, grainy
D) Bright orange, tough
  • 13. How are zucchini seeds typically arranged inside the fruit?
A) Absent in most varieties
B) Attached to the outer skin
C) Tightly packed in a single cluster
D) Loosely dispersed in the center
  • 14. What distinguishes summer squash from winter squash?
A) Summer squash grows only in the summer
B) Winter squash is always sweeter than summer squash
C) Winter squash is harvested in the spring
D) Summer squash has a thinner skin and shorter storage life
  • 15. Which of these features is useful for identifying a zucchini?
A) Its spiky skin and orange color
B) Its fuzzy texture and small size
C) Its round shape and rough skin
D) Its cylindrical shape and smooth skin
  • 16. What is a common problem with overgrown zucchinis?
A) They become watery and less flavorful
B) They develop a tougher skin and stronger flavor
C) They develop more vitamins
D) They become sweeter and more tender
  • 17. What part of the zucchini plant can be cooked and eaten?
A) Seeds only
B) Fruit and flowers
C) Roots only
D) Stems and leaves only
  • 18. Which of the following is a common method of preparing zucchini?
A) Curing
B) Grilling
C) Smoking
D) Fermenting
  • 19. What climate is best suited for growing zucchinis?
A) Cold and shady
B) Wet and humid
C) Warm and sunny
D) Dry and arid
  • 20. What is the average shelf life of a zucchini in the refrigerator?
A) 6 months
B) 1-2 months
C) 1-2 days
D) 1-2 weeks
  • 21. Which disease commonly affects zucchini plants?
A) Leaf rust
B) Black spot
C) Root rot
D) Powdery mildew
  • 22. What pest commonly attacks zucchini plants?
A) Tomato hornworms
B) Cabbage worms
C) Aphids
D) Squash bugs
  • 23. How does proper spacing help zucchini plants?
A) Makes the plants bloom earlier
B) Reduces the need for watering
C) Improves air circulation and reduces disease risk
D) Increases the size of the fruit
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing zucchini?
A) Rocky soil
B) Well-draining, fertile soil
C) Sandy, infertile soil
D) Clay-heavy, compacted soil
  • 25. What nutrient is especially important for zucchini growth?
A) Nitrogen
B) Iron
C) Calcium
D) Sodium
  • 26. What does 'determinate' refer to in the context of zucchini plants?
A) A plant that grows very tall
B) A plant that only produces one zucchini
C) A plant that requires staking
D) A plant with a bush-like growth habit
  • 27. What is the scientific name for common zucchini?
A) Solanum lycopersicum
B) Cucumis sativus
C) Cucurbita pepo
D) Brassica oleracea
  • 28. What is a common method to preserve zucchinis for later use?
A) Pickling in vinegar
B) Freezing
C) Canning
D) Drying in the sun
  • 29. Why should you avoid overhead watering of zucchini plants?
A) It can damage the roots
B) It can wash away the soil
C) It can promote fungal diseases
D) It can attract pests
  • 30. Which of these is a good companion plant for zucchini?
A) Radishes
B) Marigolds
C) Fennel
D) Potatoes
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