How to Identify and Classify Zucchinis
  • 1. What family does zucchini belong to?
A) Rosaceae
B) Brassicaceae
C) Solanaceae
D) Cucurbitaceae
  • 2. Zucchini is botanically classified as a:
A) Vegetable
B) Fruit
C) Root
D) Stem
  • 3. What is the typical shape of a zucchini?
A) Elongated and cylindrical
B) Heart-shaped
C) Round and bulbous
D) Flat and disk-shaped
  • 4. Common zucchini colors include:
A) Dark green, light green, yellow
B) Orange, brown, black
C) Pink, white, grey
D) Red, blue, purple
  • 5. What is the texture of a zucchini's skin?
A) Bumpy
B) Smooth
C) Hairy
D) Rough
  • 6. The zucchini flower is typically:
A) Yellow
B) Blue
C) Purple
D) Red
  • 7. What is the name of the popular yellow zucchini variety?
A) Banana zucchini
B) Lemon zucchini
C) Sunshine zucchini
D) Golden 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) Perfectly smooth skin
B) Extremely long length
C) Ribbed appearance
D) Sweet taste
  • 10. What is the ideal size to harvest zucchinis for best flavor?
A) 6-8 inches long
B) 20-24 inches long
C) 12-14 inches long
D) 1-2 inches long
  • 11. What does 'patty pan' refer to in the context of squash?
A) A type of summer squash related to zucchini
B) A disease affecting zucchini plants
C) A cooking utensil for zucchini
D) A specific part of the zucchini plant
  • 12. What is the flesh of a zucchini like?
A) Dark brown, grainy
B) Pale green to white, tender
C) Deep red, fibrous
D) Bright orange, tough
  • 13. How are zucchini seeds typically arranged inside the fruit?
A) Attached to the outer skin
B) Loosely dispersed in the center
C) Absent in most varieties
D) Tightly packed in a single cluster
  • 14. What distinguishes summer squash from winter squash?
A) Winter squash is always sweeter than summer squash
B) Summer squash has a thinner skin and shorter storage life
C) Summer squash grows only in the summer
D) Winter squash is harvested in the spring
  • 15. Which of these features is useful for identifying a zucchini?
A) Its cylindrical shape and smooth skin
B) Its spiky skin and orange color
C) Its round shape and rough skin
D) Its fuzzy texture and small size
  • 16. What is a common problem with overgrown zucchinis?
A) They become watery and less flavorful
B) They develop more vitamins
C) They develop a tougher skin and stronger flavor
D) They become sweeter and more tender
  • 17. What part of the zucchini plant can be cooked and eaten?
A) Fruit and flowers
B) Seeds only
C) Roots only
D) Stems and leaves only
  • 18. Which of the following is a common method of preparing zucchini?
A) Fermenting
B) Smoking
C) Curing
D) Grilling
  • 19. What climate is best suited for growing zucchinis?
A) Warm and sunny
B) Dry and arid
C) Cold and shady
D) Wet and humid
  • 20. What is the average shelf life of a zucchini in the refrigerator?
A) 1-2 days
B) 6 months
C) 1-2 months
D) 1-2 weeks
  • 21. Which disease commonly affects zucchini plants?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Root rot
C) Black spot
D) Leaf rust
  • 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) Improves air circulation and reduces disease risk
B) Makes the plants bloom earlier
C) Increases the size of the fruit
D) Reduces the need for watering
  • 24. What type of soil is best for growing zucchini?
A) Rocky soil
B) Clay-heavy, compacted soil
C) Sandy, infertile soil
D) Well-draining, fertile soil
  • 25. What nutrient is especially important for zucchini growth?
A) Iron
B) Calcium
C) Sodium
D) Nitrogen
  • 26. What does 'determinate' refer to in the context of zucchini plants?
A) A plant that grows very tall
B) A plant with a bush-like growth habit
C) A plant that only produces one zucchini
D) A plant that requires staking
  • 27. What is the scientific name for common zucchini?
A) Brassica oleracea
B) Solanum lycopersicum
C) Cucumis sativus
D) Cucurbita pepo
  • 28. What is a common method to preserve zucchinis for later use?
A) Canning
B) Drying in the sun
C) Freezing
D) Pickling in vinegar
  • 29. Why should you avoid overhead watering of zucchini plants?
A) It can promote fungal diseases
B) It can wash away the soil
C) It can damage the roots
D) It can attract pests
  • 30. Which of these is a good companion plant for zucchini?
A) Radishes
B) Potatoes
C) Fennel
D) Marigolds
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