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