How to Identify and Classify Fennel Bulbs
  • 1. What is the most important characteristic to look for when selecting a fennel bulb?
A) A bulb with a strong anise aroma
B) A bulb with long, green stalks
C) A bulb covered in soil
D) A firm, unblemished bulb
  • 2. What indicates that a fennel bulb is past its prime?
A) Bruising or soft spots
B) A mild anise smell
C) Feathery fronds
D) Bright green stalks
  • 3. What part of the fennel plant is the 'bulb'?
A) The swollen base where the stalks meet the root
B) The long, green stalks
C) The flowers
D) The feathery fronds
  • 4. Which of these shapes is ideal for a fennel bulb?
A) Large and misshapen
B) Round and symmetrical
C) Elongated and uneven
D) Small and flattened
  • 5. What color should a fresh fennel bulb ideally be?
A) Purple
B) Dark green
C) White or pale green
D) Brown
  • 6. What does it indicate if the fennel bulb feels lightweight?
A) It might be dried out
B) It has a mild flavor
C) It's a young bulb
D) It was recently harvested
  • 7. What is the dominant flavor profile of fennel?
A) Earthy
B) Mint
C) Anise/licorice
D) Citrus
  • 8. How should the stalks of a good fennel bulb appear?
A) Covered in spots
B) Firm and upright
C) Wilted and yellowing
D) Brown and brittle
  • 9. Which part of the fennel can be eaten?
A) Only the bulb
B) Only the stalks
C) Only the fronds
D) All parts (bulb, stalks, fronds)
  • 10. What is the texture of a fresh fennel bulb?
A) Rubbery
B) Crisp and firm
C) Spongy
D) Soft and mushy
  • 11. How does bolting affect the fennel bulb's flavor?
A) It does not affect the flavor
B) It becomes sweeter
C) It becomes more bitter
D) It becomes milder
  • 12. Which type of fennel is mainly cultivated for its bulb?
A) Sweet fennel
B) Wild fennel
C) Bitter fennel
D) Florence fennel
  • 13. What is a 'slip' in fennel terminology?
A) A small, underdeveloped bulb
B) A type of fennel disease
C) A method of propagation
D) The outer layer of the bulb
  • 14. Why might a fennel bulb be slightly green?
A) Exposure to sunlight
B) Pest infestation
C) Overwatering
D) Lack of nutrients
  • 15. What size fennel bulb is generally preferred?
A) Medium-sized
B) Size doesn't matter
C) Very small
D) Very large
  • 16. If the feathery fronds are yellowing, what does this indicate?
A) The fennel needs more water
B) The fennel is diseased
C) This is normal
D) The fennel is starting to age
  • 17. What does it mean if a fennel bulb has a crack?
A) It will have a stronger flavor
B) It needs more sunlight
C) It might be damaged or drying out
D) It's perfectly fine
  • 18. What is the botanical name for fennel?
A) Daucus carota
B) Foeniculum vulgare
C) Brassica oleracea
D) Apium graveolens
  • 19. How should you store a fennel bulb?
A) In the refrigerator
B) In a dry pantry
C) In the freezer
D) At room temperature
  • 20. For best results, how soon should you use a fennel bulb after purchasing?
A) Within a few weeks
B) Within a few days
C) Within a month
D) It can last indefinitely
  • 21. What is the primary use of the fronds?
A) Garnish or flavoring
B) Making fennel tea
C) Pest control
D) Fertilizer
  • 22. If the fennel bulb has a hole, what might have caused this?
A) Normal growth
B) Sunburn
C) Insect damage
D) Overwatering
  • 23. What should you do with the stalks before storing the bulb?
A) Leave them on
B) Wrap them in plastic
C) Freeze them separately
D) Trim them down
  • 24. Is it acceptable for a fennel bulb to have a slight bulge or irregularity?
A) Only if it's organic
B) Yes, slight irregularities are common
C) No, it should be perfectly smooth
D) It indicates it is old
  • 25. What is a common culinary use of fennel?
A) Pickling
B) Salads or braised dishes
C) Candies
D) Jams and jellies
  • 26. A very large fennel bulb tends to be:
A) Sweeter and more tender
B) More expensive
C) Woody and less flavorful
D) More aromatic
  • 27. What should you avoid when selecting fennel bulbs?
A) Bulbs with green stalks
B) Bulbs with a strong anise scent
C) Bulbs with signs of mold
D) Bulbs that are slightly dirty
  • 28. What is the texture of the stalks of a young fennel bulb?
A) Mushy and limp
B) Tender and crisp
C) Dry and brittle
D) Tough and fibrous
  • 29. Which of these conditions indicates potential root rot in fennel?
A) Small bulb size
B) Strong anise aroma
C) Dark, mushy base of bulb
D) Yellowing fronds
  • 30. What part of the fennel plant is used to make fennel seeds?
A) The fronds
B) The dried flower heads
C) The bulb
D) The stalks
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