How to Identify and Classify Wax Beans
  • 1. What is the primary defining characteristic of wax beans?
A) Hairy pods
B) Purple striped pods
C) Round pods
D) Yellow or cream-colored pods
  • 2. Which of these is NOT a typical wax bean variety?
A) Gold Rush
B) Dragon Tongue
C) Kentucky Wonder
D) Cherokee Wax
  • 3. What color are wax bean seeds typically?
A) White or pale yellow
B) Brown
C) Red
D) Black
  • 4. How would you describe the texture of a ripe wax bean pod?
A) Leathery and tough
B) Soft and mushy
C) Smooth and crisp
D) Rough and hairy
  • 5. What shape are most wax bean pods?
A) Star-shaped
B) Triangular
C) Square
D) Round or oval
  • 6. What does 'stringless' mean in the context of wax beans?
A) Lacking a fibrous string along the seam
B) Easy to grow
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 yellowing and drying out
C) When pods are firm and snap easily
D) When pods are still very small and thin
  • 8. Why are wax beans called 'wax' beans?
A) Because they are coated in wax
B) After the botanist who discovered them
C) Because they have a waxy taste
D) Due to their waxy appearance
  • 9. Which characteristic is LEAST helpful in identifying wax beans?
A) Leaf shape
B) Pod color
C) Pod shape
D) Seed color
  • 10. Are wax beans a type of bush bean or pole bean?
A) Only bush bean
B) They can be either
C) Only pole bean
D) Neither
  • 11. What internal structure is present in a wax bean pod that indicates proper maturity?
A) A milky white liquid
B) No seeds at all
C) Large, hardened seeds
D) Small, undeveloped seeds
  • 12. What might cause wax bean pods to be tough or stringy?
A) Overmaturity
B) Too much fertilizer
C) Lack of water
D) Too much sunlight
  • 13. Which of these is a common pest that affects wax beans?
A) Aphids
B) Spider mites
C) Bean beetles
D) All of the above
  • 14. What family of plants do wax beans belong to?
A) Nightshade
B) Brassica
C) Gourd
D) Legume
  • 15. How do wax beans primarily obtain nitrogen?
A) From nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the soil
B) From fertilizers applied to the soil
C) From the air through their leaves
D) From decaying organic matter
  • 16. What climate conditions are ideal for growing wax beans?
A) Cold weather
B) Tropical weather
C) Temperate weather
D) Warm weather
  • 17. What does 'heirloom' mean when describing a wax bean variety?
A) The bean is unusually large
B) The seeds have been passed down for generations
C) The bean has a unique flavor
D) The bean is disease-resistant
  • 18. What type of soil is best for growing wax beans?
A) Well-drained soil
B) Heavy soil
C) Clay soil
D) Sandy soil
  • 19. Which nutrient is most important for wax bean pod development?
A) Phosphorus
B) Nitrogen
C) Potassium
D) Calcium
  • 20. What is the typical spacing between wax bean plants?
A) A few inches
B) Three feet
C) Two feet
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) Black spot
B) Powdery mildew
C) Bean mosaic virus
D) Rust
  • 23. What is the best method for preventing diseases in wax beans?
A) Overwatering
B) Ignoring potential problems
C) Planting disease-resistant varieties
D) Using excessive fertilizer
  • 24. Are wax beans typically eaten raw?
A) Yes, they are delicious raw
B) Only certain varieties are edible raw
C) No, they are usually cooked
D) It depends on the climate
  • 25. Which cooking method best preserves the color and texture of wax beans?
A) Frying
B) Steaming
C) Boiling
D) Roasting
  • 26. How can you tell if a wax bean has gone bad?
A) It turns a darker yellow color
B) It develops small black spots
C) It feels slimy and has a foul odor
D) It becomes very hard
  • 27. What is a common companion plant for wax beans?
A) Marigolds
B) Tomatoes
C) Cabbage
D) Potatoes
  • 28. Which of these is a characteristic that may make a wax bean plant bush type?
A) Its tall stature
B) Its climbing nature
C) Its vining ability
D) Its compact and upright growth habit
  • 29. Which of the following is a potential benefit of growing wax beans in your garden?
A) They attract beneficial insects
B) They require very little maintenance
C) They repel deer
D) They can improve soil fertility
  • 30. How does the flavor of wax beans generally compare to green beans?
A) Slightly milder and sweeter
B) More earthy
C) More bitter
D) Much stronger
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