How to Identify and Classify Wax Beans - Exam
  • 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) Kentucky Wonder
B) Cherokee Wax
C) Dragon Tongue
D) Gold Rush
  • 3. What color are wax bean seeds typically?
A) Brown
B) Black
C) Red
D) White or pale yellow
  • 4. How would you describe the texture of a ripe wax bean pod?
A) Soft and mushy
B) Smooth and crisp
C) Rough and hairy
D) Leathery and tough
  • 5. What shape are most wax bean pods?
A) Square
B) Triangular
C) Round or oval
D) Star-shaped
  • 6. What does 'stringless' mean in the context of wax beans?
A) Naturally sweeter
B) Lacking a fibrous string along the seam
C) Disease resistant
D) Easy to grow
  • 7. At what stage of maturity are wax beans best harvested?
A) When pods are very large and bulging
B) When pods are still very small and thin
C) When pods are firm and snap easily
D) When pods are yellowing and drying out
  • 8. Why are wax beans called 'wax' beans?
A) Due to their waxy appearance
B) Because they have a waxy taste
C) After the botanist who discovered them
D) Because they are coated in wax
  • 9. Which characteristic is LEAST helpful in identifying wax beans?
A) Pod shape
B) Pod color
C) Leaf shape
D) Seed color
  • 10. Are wax beans a type of bush bean or pole bean?
A) Neither
B) Only pole bean
C) Only bush bean
D) They can be either
  • 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) Small, undeveloped seeds
D) A milky white liquid
  • 12. What might cause wax bean pods to be tough or stringy?
A) Overmaturity
B) Too much sunlight
C) Too much fertilizer
D) Lack of water
  • 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 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) Warm weather
D) Tropical weather
  • 17. What does 'heirloom' mean when describing a wax bean variety?
A) The bean is disease-resistant
B) The bean is unusually large
C) The bean has a unique flavor
D) The seeds have been passed down for generations
  • 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) Potassium
B) Nitrogen
C) Calcium
D) Phosphorus
  • 20. What is the typical spacing between wax bean plants?
A) One foot
B) A few inches
C) Three feet
D) Two feet
  • 21. How often should wax beans be watered?
A) Only when the soil is completely dry
B) Daily, regardless of weather
C) Never, they are drought-tolerant
D) Regularly, especially during dry periods
  • 22. What is a common disease that affects wax beans?
A) Black spot
B) Rust
C) Powdery mildew
D) Bean mosaic virus
  • 23. What is the best method for preventing diseases in wax beans?
A) Ignoring potential problems
B) Overwatering
C) Using excessive fertilizer
D) Planting disease-resistant varieties
  • 24. Are wax beans typically eaten raw?
A) No, they are usually cooked
B) Only certain varieties are edible raw
C) It depends on the climate
D) Yes, they are delicious raw
  • 25. Which cooking method best preserves the color and texture of wax beans?
A) Frying
B) Roasting
C) Steaming
D) Boiling
  • 26. How can you tell if a wax bean has gone bad?
A) It turns a darker yellow color
B) It becomes very hard
C) It develops small black spots
D) It feels slimy and has a foul odor
  • 27. What is a common companion plant for wax beans?
A) Tomatoes
B) Cabbage
C) Potatoes
D) Marigolds
  • 28. Which of these is a characteristic that may make a wax bean plant bush type?
A) Its tall stature
B) Its compact and upright growth habit
C) Its climbing nature
D) Its vining ability
  • 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) Slightly milder and sweeter
B) More bitter
C) More earthy
D) Much stronger
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