How to Identify and Classify Kiwi Berries
  • 1. What is the scientific genus name for kiwi berries?
A) Malus
B) Vitis
C) Actinidia
D) Fragaria
  • 2. Kiwi berries are most closely related to which fruit?
A) Blueberries
B) Grapes
C) Kiwifruit
D) Strawberries
  • 3. What is a key identifying feature of kiwi berries compared to kiwifruit?
A) Smooth, edible skin
B) Always green flesh
C) Fuzzy skin
D) Large size
  • 4. What is the typical size of a kiwi berry?
A) Plum-sized
B) Orange-sized
C) Grape-sized
D) Apple-sized
  • 5. Which season are kiwi berries typically harvested?
A) Year-round
B) Winter
C) Spring
D) Late Summer/Early Fall
  • 6. What is the most common shape of a kiwi berry?
A) Square
B) Perfectly round
C) Oblong
D) Star-shaped
  • 7. What color is the skin of a typical 'Issai' kiwi berry?
A) Red
B) Green
C) Black
D) Purple
  • 8. What is a common flavor profile of kiwi berries?
A) Extremely Sour
B) Bland
C) Sweet and Tart
D) Bitter
  • 9. Do kiwi berries require cross-pollination for fruit production?
A) Yes, usually
B) It depends on the soil
C) Only for certain varieties
D) No, they are self-pollinating
  • 10. Which growing zone is generally suitable for hardy kiwi varieties?
A) Zone 4-8
B) Zone 12-14
C) Zone 9-11
D) Zone 1-3
  • 11. What type of plant structure does a kiwi berry vine have?
A) Ground Cover
B) Bush
C) Climbing
D) Tree
  • 12. Which of these is NOT a common cultivar of kiwi berry?
A) Issai
B) Anna
C) Ken's Red
D) Fuji
  • 13. What is the internal flesh color of the 'Ken's Red' kiwi berry cultivar?
A) Green
B) Yellow
C) White
D) Red
  • 14. What type of support structure do kiwi berry vines require?
A) Trellis
B) None
C) Grows as a ground cover
D) Small stick
  • 15. What is the chill hour requirement for most kiwi berry varieties?
A) Very Low
B) Varies, but moderate
C) Very High
D) None
  • 16. Which nutrient is most important for kiwi berry vine growth?
A) Nitrogen
B) Potassium
C) Calcium
D) Phosphorus
  • 17. How are kiwi berries typically propagated?
A) Air Layering
B) Cuttings
C) Grafting on Apples
D) Seeds
  • 18. What is a common pest of kiwi berry vines?
A) Spider mites
B) Aphids
C) Ants
D) Grasshoppers
  • 19. What is the best way to determine ripeness of a kiwi berry?
A) Completely soft
B) Change in color
C) Very firm
D) Slightly soft to touch
  • 20. Can you eat the seeds of a kiwi berry?
A) Only if cooked
B) Only in certain varieties
C) No, they are poisonous
D) Yes
  • 21. Where did kiwi berries originate?
A) South America
B) Asia
C) North America
D) Europe
  • 22. What is the primary use of kiwi berries?
A) Wine making only
B) Juice production
C) Jam making only
D) Fresh eating
  • 23. Are kiwi berries typically sold in grocery stores?
A) No, never
B) Only at farmer's markets
C) Only online
D) Yes, sometimes in specialty stores
  • 24. What is the difference between 'Hardy Kiwi' and 'Kiwi Berry'?
A) 'Hardy Kiwi' is smaller
B) 'Kiwi Berry' has fuzzy skin
C) They are the same thing
D) 'Hardy Kiwi' only grows in the tropics
  • 25. Which of these is a characteristic of healthy kiwi berry leaves?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Dark green color
C) Yellow spots
D) Curled edges
  • 26. How long does it typically take for a kiwi berry vine to produce fruit after planting?
A) Immediately
B) 10 years
C) 1 year
D) 3-5 years
  • 27. What is the ideal soil pH for kiwi berry vines?
A) Highly saline
B) Slightly acidic
C) Very alkaline
D) Neutral
  • 28. What is the best time of day to harvest kiwi berries?
A) Evening
B) Morning
C) Any time of day
D) Afternoon
  • 29. How should kiwi berries be stored after harvest?
A) In direct sunlight
B) At room temperature
C) Frozen
D) Refrigerated
  • 30. What vitamin are kiwi berries a good source of?
A) Vitamin C
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin B12
D) Vitamin D
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