How to Identify and Classify Wax Beans
  • 1. What is the primary defining characteristic of wax beans?
A) Hairy pods
B) Yellow or cream-colored pods
C) Purple striped pods
D) Round 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) White or pale yellow
B) Red
C) Brown
D) Black
  • 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) Square
B) Star-shaped
C) Round or oval
D) Triangular
  • 6. What does 'stringless' mean in the context of wax beans?
A) Disease resistant
B) Lacking a fibrous string along the seam
C) Naturally sweeter
D) Easy to grow
  • 7. At what stage of maturity are wax beans best harvested?
A) When pods are still very small and thin
B) When pods are yellowing and drying out
C) When pods are firm and snap easily
D) When pods are very large and bulging
  • 8. Why are wax beans called 'wax' beans?
A) Due to their waxy appearance
B) Because they have a waxy taste
C) Because they are coated in wax
D) After the botanist who discovered them
  • 9. Which characteristic is LEAST helpful in identifying wax beans?
A) Pod color
B) Pod shape
C) Seed color
D) Leaf shape
  • 10. Are wax beans a type of bush bean or pole bean?
A) Only pole bean
B) They can be either
C) Neither
D) Only bush bean
  • 11. What internal structure is present in a wax bean pod that indicates proper maturity?
A) Large, hardened seeds
B) No seeds at all
C) A milky white liquid
D) Small, undeveloped seeds
  • 12. What might cause wax bean pods to be tough or stringy?
A) Lack of water
B) Overmaturity
C) Too much sunlight
D) Too much fertilizer
  • 13. Which of these is a common pest that affects wax beans?
A) Spider mites
B) Aphids
C) Bean beetles
D) All of the above
  • 14. What family of plants do wax beans belong to?
A) Gourd
B) Nightshade
C) Legume
D) Brassica
  • 15. How do wax beans primarily obtain nitrogen?
A) From nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the soil
B) From the air through their leaves
C) From fertilizers applied to the soil
D) From decaying organic matter
  • 16. What climate conditions are ideal for growing wax beans?
A) Cold weather
B) Tropical weather
C) Warm weather
D) Temperate weather
  • 17. What does 'heirloom' mean when describing a wax bean variety?
A) The bean has a unique flavor
B) The bean is unusually large
C) The seeds have been passed down for generations
D) The bean is disease-resistant
  • 18. What type of soil is best for growing wax beans?
A) Clay soil
B) Sandy soil
C) Well-drained soil
D) Heavy soil
  • 19. Which nutrient is most important for wax bean pod development?
A) Phosphorus
B) Calcium
C) Nitrogen
D) Potassium
  • 20. What is the typical spacing between wax bean plants?
A) One foot
B) Three feet
C) Two feet
D) A few inches
  • 21. How often should wax beans be watered?
A) Only when the soil is completely dry
B) Never, they are drought-tolerant
C) Daily, regardless of weather
D) Regularly, especially during dry periods
  • 22. What is a common disease that affects wax beans?
A) Black spot
B) Bean mosaic virus
C) Rust
D) Powdery mildew
  • 23. What is the best method for preventing diseases in wax beans?
A) Planting disease-resistant varieties
B) Ignoring potential problems
C) Overwatering
D) Using excessive fertilizer
  • 24. Are wax beans typically eaten raw?
A) It depends on the climate
B) No, they are usually cooked
C) Only certain varieties are edible raw
D) Yes, they are delicious 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 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 compact and upright growth habit
B) Its climbing nature
C) Its tall stature
D) Its vining ability
  • 29. Which of the following is a potential benefit of growing wax beans in your garden?
A) They repel deer
B) They can improve soil fertility
C) They attract beneficial insects
D) They require very little maintenance
  • 30. How does the flavor of wax beans generally compare to green beans?
A) More earthy
B) Slightly milder and sweeter
C) More bitter
D) Much stronger
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