How to Identify and Classify Aubergines
  • 1. What is the most common color of aubergines?
A) Red
B) Purple
C) Yellow
D) Green
  • 2. Which shape is NOT typical for aubergines?
A) Star
B) Round
C) Elongated
D) Oval
  • 3. What family do aubergines belong to?
A) Solanaceae
B) Brassicaceae
C) Rosaceae
D) Cucurbitaceae
  • 4. Which characteristic helps identify different aubergine cultivars?
A) Fertilizer used
B) Soil type
C) Planting date
D) Size and shape
  • 5. What is the botanical name for aubergine?
A) Capsicum annuum
B) Solanum lycopersicum
C) Solanum melongena
D) Cucumis sativus
  • 6. Which of these is a common aubergine variety?
A) Red Delicious
B) Green Goliath
C) Golden Nugget
D) Black Beauty
  • 7. What is the best way to assess the freshness of an aubergine?
A) Wrinkled skin
B) Soft skin
C) Firm skin
D) Dull color
  • 8. The 'Rosa Bianca' aubergine is known for its:
A) White and lavender stripes
B) Deep black color
C) Small, round shape
D) Extremely long shape
  • 9. What part of the aubergine plant is typically eaten?
A) Stem
B) Leaves
C) Fruit
D) Roots
  • 10. How should aubergines be stored?
A) Humid environment
B) Cool and dry place
C) Freezer
D) Direct sunlight
  • 11. What is a key characteristic of Japanese aubergines?
A) Bitter taste
B) Thick skin
C) Large size
D) Slender shape
  • 12. Which of the following is a pest that commonly affects aubergines?
A) Earthworms
B) Aphids
C) Ladybugs
D) Bees
  • 13. What is the primary use of aubergines in cooking?
A) Spice
B) Fruit
C) Vegetable
D) Grain
  • 14. Which continent is aubergine believed to have originated from?
A) South America
B) Africa
C) Europe
D) Asia
  • 15. What is a common culinary preparation for aubergines?
A) Baking bread
B) Roasting
C) Brewing tea
D) Making juice
  • 16. What is a sign of an overripe aubergine?
A) Soft spots
B) Firm texture
C) Shiny skin
D) Bright color
  • 17. Which aubergine type is best known for its mild flavor and creamy texture?
A) Globe
B) Indian
C) Japanese
D) Italian
  • 18. What is one method to reduce the bitterness sometimes found in aubergines?
A) Salting
B) Sweetening
C) Freezing
D) Boiling
  • 19. The 'Thai Green' aubergine is typically:
A) Small and round
B) Long and thin
C) Purple and striped
D) Large and oval
  • 20. What soil pH is generally preferred for growing aubergines?
A) Neutral
B) Slightly acidic
C) Highly acidic
D) Highly alkaline
  • 21. What is the ideal growing climate for aubergines?
A) Arid
B) Cold
C) Temperate
D) Warm
  • 22. Which cooking technique is commonly used with 'Graffiti' aubergines?
A) Fermenting
B) Grilling
C) Blanching
D) Pickling
  • 23. What is a common companion plant for aubergines?
A) Corn
B) Carrots
C) Basil
D) Potatoes
  • 24. Which aubergine is known for its teardrop shape?
A) Little Fingers
B) Fairy Tale
C) Calliope
D) Casper
  • 25. What is one nutritional benefit of eating aubergines?
A) Saturated fat
B) Low sodium
C) Fiber
D) High sugar
  • 26. Which factor is NOT important when classifying aubergines?
A) Shape
B) Size
C) Skin color
D) Seed color
  • 27. How does adequate watering affect aubergine growth?
A) Causes root rot
B) Reduces fruit size
C) Promotes fruit development
D) Inhibits flowering
  • 28. Which aubergine variety is almost purely white?
A) Long Purple
B) Ichiban
C) Casper
D) Listada de Gandia
  • 29. What is the impact of sunlight on aubergines?
A) No impact
B) Increases yield
C) Causes burning
D) Decreases yield
  • 30. How does proper spacing between aubergine plants affect growth?
A) Better air circulation
B) Slower growth rate
C) Increased pest attraction
D) Reduced fruit production
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