How to Identify and Classify Wax Beans
  • 1. What is the primary defining characteristic of wax beans?
A) Round pods
B) Purple striped pods
C) Hairy pods
D) Yellow or cream-colored pods
  • 2. Which of these is NOT a typical wax bean variety?
A) Cherokee Wax
B) Dragon Tongue
C) Gold Rush
D) Kentucky Wonder
  • 3. What color are wax bean seeds typically?
A) Red
B) Black
C) White or pale yellow
D) Brown
  • 4. How would you describe the texture of a ripe wax bean pod?
A) Smooth and crisp
B) Rough and hairy
C) Soft and mushy
D) Leathery and tough
  • 5. What shape are most wax bean pods?
A) Round or oval
B) Star-shaped
C) Triangular
D) Square
  • 6. What does 'stringless' mean in the context of wax beans?
A) Easy to grow
B) Lacking a fibrous string along the seam
C) Disease resistant
D) Naturally sweeter
  • 7. At what stage of maturity are wax beans best harvested?
A) When pods are very large and bulging
B) When pods are firm and snap easily
C) When pods are still very small and thin
D) When pods are yellowing and drying out
  • 8. Why are wax beans called 'wax' beans?
A) Because they have a waxy taste
B) After the botanist who discovered them
C) Due to their waxy appearance
D) Because they are coated in wax
  • 9. Which characteristic is LEAST helpful in identifying wax beans?
A) Pod shape
B) Pod color
C) Seed color
D) Leaf shape
  • 10. Are wax beans a type of bush bean or pole bean?
A) Only pole bean
B) Only bush bean
C) Neither
D) They can be either
  • 11. What internal structure is present in a wax bean pod that indicates proper maturity?
A) Small, undeveloped seeds
B) No seeds at all
C) A milky white liquid
D) Large, hardened seeds
  • 12. What might cause wax bean pods to be tough or stringy?
A) Too much sunlight
B) Lack of water
C) Overmaturity
D) Too much fertilizer
  • 13. Which of these is a common pest that affects wax beans?
A) Spider mites
B) Aphids
C) All of the above
D) Bean beetles
  • 14. What family of plants do wax beans belong to?
A) Nightshade
B) Gourd
C) Legume
D) Brassica
  • 15. How do wax beans primarily obtain nitrogen?
A) From the air through their leaves
B) From nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the soil
C) From fertilizers applied to the soil
D) From decaying organic matter
  • 16. What climate conditions are ideal for growing wax beans?
A) Temperate weather
B) Cold weather
C) Tropical weather
D) Warm weather
  • 17. What does 'heirloom' mean when describing a wax bean variety?
A) The bean is unusually large
B) The bean has a unique flavor
C) The bean is disease-resistant
D) The seeds have been passed down for generations
  • 18. What type of soil is best for growing wax beans?
A) Sandy soil
B) Clay soil
C) Well-drained soil
D) Heavy soil
  • 19. Which nutrient is most important for wax bean pod development?
A) Potassium
B) Calcium
C) Nitrogen
D) Phosphorus
  • 20. What is the typical spacing between wax bean plants?
A) Two feet
B) Three feet
C) A few inches
D) One foot
  • 21. How often should wax beans be watered?
A) Regularly, especially during dry periods
B) Only when the soil is completely dry
C) Daily, regardless of weather
D) Never, they are drought-tolerant
  • 22. What is a common disease that affects wax beans?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Black spot
C) Bean mosaic virus
D) Rust
  • 23. What is the best method for preventing diseases in wax beans?
A) Overwatering
B) Planting disease-resistant varieties
C) Ignoring potential problems
D) Using excessive fertilizer
  • 24. Are wax beans typically eaten raw?
A) It depends on the climate
B) Yes, they are delicious raw
C) No, they are usually cooked
D) Only certain varieties are edible raw
  • 25. Which cooking method best preserves the color and texture of wax beans?
A) Frying
B) Steaming
C) Roasting
D) Boiling
  • 26. How can you tell if a wax bean has gone bad?
A) It becomes very hard
B) It develops small black spots
C) It feels slimy and has a foul odor
D) It turns a darker yellow color
  • 27. What is a common companion plant for wax beans?
A) Marigolds
B) Cabbage
C) Tomatoes
D) Potatoes
  • 28. Which of these is a characteristic that may make a wax bean plant bush type?
A) Its compact and upright growth habit
B) Its climbing nature
C) Its vining ability
D) Its tall stature
  • 29. Which of the following is a potential benefit of growing wax beans in your garden?
A) They can improve soil fertility
B) They repel deer
C) They require very little maintenance
D) They attract beneficial insects
  • 30. How does the flavor of wax beans generally compare to green beans?
A) Much stronger
B) More bitter
C) More earthy
D) Slightly milder and sweeter
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