How to Identify and Classify Peanuts
  • 1. What is the primary plant family to which peanuts belong?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Leguminosae (Fabaceae)
C) Poaceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 2. Where do peanuts develop?
A) In tree canopies
B) On vines
C) On branches
D) Underground
  • 3. What is the name of the peg that develops from the peanut flower and penetrates the soil?
A) Corm
B) Gynophore
C) Stolon
D) Rhizome
  • 4. Which market type of peanut is known for its elongated shape?
A) Valencia
B) Spanish
C) Runner
D) Virginia
  • 5. Which peanut type typically has three or more kernels per pod?
A) Runner
B) Virginia
C) Spanish
D) Valencia
  • 6. Which peanut market type is the most widely grown in the United States?
A) Valencia
B) Spanish
C) Runner
D) Virginia
  • 7. What characteristic helps identify Spanish-type peanuts?
A) Elongated kernels
B) Small, rounded kernels
C) Red skin color
D) Large kernels
  • 8. What is 'sound mature kernel' (SMK) used to assess?
A) Rainfall amount
B) Pest infestation level
C) Soil composition
D) Peanut quality
  • 9. What does the term 'aflatoxin' refer to in peanut production?
A) A type of mycotoxin
B) A type of fertilizer
C) A type of pesticide
D) A type of peanut disease
  • 10. Which of these factors is NOT used to classify peanuts?
A) Shell characteristics
B) Root depth
C) Kernel count per pod
D) Kernel size
  • 11. What is the approximate growing season for peanuts in most regions?
A) 12 months
B) 1-2 months
C) 4-5 months
D) 8-9 months
  • 12. What soil type is generally considered best for peanut cultivation?
A) Gravel
B) Clay
C) Silt
D) Sandy loam
  • 13. What is the primary use for Virginia-type peanuts?
A) Candy
B) Peanut butter
C) Snacking
D) Oil production
  • 14. What is a common use for Spanish-type peanuts?
A) Roasted peanuts
B) Animal feed
C) Candy
D) Snacking
  • 15. What is blanching in peanut processing?
A) Roasting
B) Removing the skin
C) Adding salt
D) Adding sugar
  • 16. Which of the following is NOT a common peanut disease?
A) Leaf spot
B) Stem rot
C) Citrus greening
D) Aflatoxin contamination
  • 17. What is the term for the process of turning peanut plants over to expose the pods for harvesting?
A) Tillage
B) Cultivation
C) Inversion
D) Irrigation
  • 18. What is the hull of a peanut?
A) The root
B) The kernel
C) The outer shell
D) The stem
  • 19. What factor primarily differentiates peanut cultivars within the same market type?
A) Color
B) Growing location
C) Size
D) Disease resistance
  • 20. What is a common use for peanut hulls?
A) Construction materials
B) Animal feed
C) Furniture production
D) Human consumption
  • 21. What is the ideal moisture content for storing peanuts to prevent spoilage?
A) Below 10%
B) Around 20%
C) Around 25%
D) Around 15%
  • 22. What is a typical characteristic of runner-type peanuts?
A) Very large kernel size
B) Small kernel size
C) Uniform kernel size
D) Irregular shaped kernels
  • 23. Why is crop rotation important in peanut farming?
A) To prevent soilborne diseases
B) To improve peanut flavor
C) To increase yield of the next crop
D) To reduce watering needs
  • 24. What is the primary nutrient that peanuts, as legumes, help fix in the soil?
A) Phosphorus
B) Nitrogen
C) Potassium
D) Calcium
  • 25. Which method is commonly used to determine the oil content of peanuts?
A) Visual inspection
B) Taste test
C) Solvent extraction
D) Density measurement
  • 26. What is the role of calcium in peanut development?
A) Leaf growth
B) Pod formation
C) Flower production
D) Stem strength
  • 27. What type of harvesting equipment is typically used for peanuts?
A) Inverter and combine
B) Harvester and baler
C) Sower and mower
D) Tractor and plow
  • 28. What is the primary use of Valencia peanuts?
A) Peanut Butter
B) Boiled peanuts
C) Peanut Flour
D) Peanut Oil
  • 29. Which U.S. state is the largest producer of peanuts?
A) Florida
B) Georgia
C) Texas
D) Alabama
  • 30. What is the botanical name for peanut?
A) Oryza sativa
B) Glycine max
C) Zea mays
D) Arachis hypogaea
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