How to Cultivate Pomelos - Exam
  • 1. What is the ideal climate for growing pomelos?
A) Hot and arid desert
B) Warm and humid subtropical
C) Cold and dry temperate
D) Cool and mountainous alpine
  • 2. What is the best type of soil for pomelo cultivation?
A) Waterlogged peat
B) Well-drained, sandy loam
C) Pure sand
D) Heavy clay
  • 3. What is the recommended pH range for pomelo soil?
A) 6.0-7.5
B) 8.0-9.0
C) 9.5-10.5
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 4. How are pomelos typically propagated?
A) Grafting
B) Air layering
C) Direct seeding
D) Root cuttings
  • 5. What is the ideal time of year to plant pomelo trees?
A) Dry season
B) Late autumn
C) Spring or early summer
D) Mid-winter
  • 6. What is the recommended spacing between pomelo trees?
A) 10-12 meters
B) 6-8 meters
C) 1-2 meters
D) 3-4 meters
  • 7. What is the purpose of pruning pomelo trees?
A) To attract pests
B) To improve fruit production and tree shape
C) To stunt growth
D) To prevent flowering
  • 8. Which nutrient is most important for pomelo fruit development?
A) Potassium
B) Calcium
C) Phosphorus
D) Nitrogen
  • 9. How often should young pomelo trees be watered?
A) Regularly, especially during dry periods
B) Only during the rainy season
C) Never, they are drought-tolerant
D) Very sparingly to encourage deep roots
  • 10. What is a common pest that affects pomelo trees?
A) Citrus psyllid
B) Praying mantis
C) Ladybug
D) Earthworm
  • 11. What is a common disease that affects pomelo trees?
A) Rose black spot
B) Tomato blight
C) Powdery mildew
D) Citrus canker
  • 12. How can citrus canker be prevented?
A) Overwatering
B) Ignoring leaf spots
C) Nitrogen-rich fertilizer
D) Copper sprays and sanitation
  • 13. What is the purpose of fruit thinning?
A) To stunt tree growth
B) To improve the size and quality of remaining fruit
C) To prevent pests
D) To increase the number of fruit
  • 14. When is the best time to harvest pomelos?
A) When the fruit falls off the tree
B) When the fruit is completely dry
C) When the fruit is still green and hard
D) When the fruit turns slightly yellow and feels heavy
  • 15. What is the best way to store harvested pomelos?
A) In direct sunlight
B) In a warm, humid place
C) In a cool, dry place
D) In water
  • 16. What is the benefit of mulching around pomelo trees?
A) Depletes soil nutrients
B) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
C) Increases soil temperature
D) Attracts pests and diseases
  • 17. What type of fertilizer is best for pomelo trees?
A) No fertilizer is needed
B) A high-nitrogen fertilizer
C) A balanced citrus fertilizer
D) A lawn fertilizer
  • 18. How can you protect pomelo trees from frost?
A) Remove all mulch
B) Prune heavily
C) Water excessively
D) Wrap the trunk and branches with burlap or frost cloth
  • 19. What is the role of bees in pomelo cultivation?
A) Pollination
B) Fertilizer application
C) Pest control
D) Root aeration
  • 20. What is the benefit of using cover crops in a pomelo orchard?
A) Attract pests
B) Increase soil acidity
C) Deplete soil nutrients
D) Improve soil health and suppress weeds
  • 21. What does 'girdling' a tree refer to?
A) Applying fertilizer
B) Removing a ring of bark to promote fruiting
C) Pruning the branches
D) Wrapping the trunk with cloth
  • 22. What is the purpose of using rootstock in grafting pomelos?
A) To change the fruit flavor
B) To provide disease resistance and adaptability
C) To prevent flowering
D) To increase fruit size
  • 23. Which of the following is a sign of nutrient deficiency in pomelo trees?
A) Yellowing leaves
B) Dark green leaves
C) Abundant flowering
D) Thick branches
  • 24. What is the role of mycorrhizae in pomelo cultivation?
A) Cause root rot
B) Prevent photosynthesis
C) Attract pests
D) Enhance nutrient uptake
  • 25. What is the purpose of windbreaks in pomelo orchards?
A) To block sunlight
B) To increase humidity
C) To protect trees from strong winds
D) To attract pollinators
  • 26. How does proper drainage benefit pomelo trees?
A) Increases soil salinity
B) Promotes waterlogging
C) Decreases nutrient availability
D) Prevents root rot
  • 27. What is the ideal humidity level for pomelo cultivation?
A) 0-10%
B) 90-100%
C) 60-80%
D) 20-40%
  • 28. What does 'hardening off' seedlings mean?
A) Keeping them in a dark room
B) Pruning the roots
C) Gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions
D) Applying fertilizer
  • 29. What is the most important factor in selecting a pomelo variety to grow?
A) Branch thickness
B) Climate suitability
C) Leaf shape
D) Fruit color
  • 30. Why is it important to remove weeds around pomelo trees?
A) To increase soil temperature
B) To attract pollinators
C) To reduce competition for nutrients and water
D) To provide shelter for beneficial insects
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