How to Identify and Classify Pomelos
  • 1. What is the primary characteristic that defines a pomelo?
A) Its sour taste and juicy flesh
B) Its small size and thin rind
C) Its large size and thick rind
D) Its bright orange color
  • 2. Which family does the pomelo belong to?
A) Solanaceae (Nightshade)
B) Rosaceae (Rose)
C) Asteraceae (Sunflower)
D) Rutaceae (Citrus)
  • 3. What is the scientific name for the pomelo?
A) Citrus sinensis
B) Citrus reticulata
C) Citrus maxima or Citrus grandis
D) Citrus limon
  • 4. What is the general shape of a pomelo?
A) Small and spherical
B) Oblong and elongated
C) Round to slightly pear-shaped
D) Irregular and bumpy
  • 5. What is the typical color of a ripe pomelo's skin?
A) Deep red
B) Dark green
C) Greenish-yellow to pale yellow
D) Bright orange
  • 6. What is the texture of a pomelo's rind?
A) Rough and heavily textured
B) Extremely smooth and waxy
C) Thick, smooth, and slightly bumpy
D) Thin and glossy
  • 7. What is the color range of pomelo flesh?
A) Bright orange
B) Dark green
C) Dark purple
D) Pale yellow to pink or red
  • 8. What is the taste of a pomelo typically like?
A) Extremely sweet and sugary
B) Sweet, slightly tart, and less acidic than grapefruit
C) Bitter and unpleasant
D) Very sour and acidic
  • 9. What is the approximate diameter of a mature pomelo?
A) 15-25 cm (6-10 inches)
B) 1-2 cm (0.4-0.8 inches)
C) 30-40 cm (12-16 inches)
D) 5-10 cm (2-4 inches)
  • 10. How are pomelos typically classified based on flesh color?
A) White/Yellow, Pink, and Red
B) Small, Medium, and Large
C) Sweet, Sour, and Bitter
D) Thick-skinned and Thin-skinned
  • 11. Which country is believed to be the origin of the pomelo?
A) Southeast Asia
B) South America
C) Europe
D) Africa
  • 12. How do you determine if a pomelo is ripe by touch?
A) It should feel sticky and wet
B) It should feel extremely soft and mushy
C) It should feel heavy for its size and slightly soft to the touch
D) It should feel very light and hard
  • 13. What role do vesicles play in the pomelo?
A) They contain the juice and are the edible parts of the fruit.
B) They are the outer protective layer of the fruit.
C) They provide structural support to the fruit.
D) They protect the seeds from damage.
  • 14. What distinguishes a 'Chandler' pomelo?
A) White flesh and sour taste
B) Extremely large size
C) Pink flesh and sweet taste
D) Very thick rind
  • 15. Which of these is NOT a common name for pomelo?
A) Tangelo
B) Pummelo
C) Shaddock
D) Jabong
  • 16. What is the 'albedo' of a pomelo?
A) The colored outer layer of the rind
B) The juicy segments of the fruit
C) The white, spongy inner layer of the rind
D) The central core of the fruit
  • 17. How does climate affect pomelo growth?
A) They thrive in cold, temperate climates
B) They grow best in desert conditions
C) They prefer warm, subtropical climates
D) They are not affected by climate
  • 18. What are hesperidia, in botanical terms, describing about pomelos?
A) A type of pome fruit
B) A type of aggregate fruit
C) A type of berry with a leathery rind
D) A type of stone fruit
  • 19. What is a common use for pomelo peel?
A) Candied peel or marmalade
B) Animal feed
C) Used as fertilizer
D) Used for making paper
  • 20. How does the seed count typically vary in pomelos?
A) Always have a large number of seeds
B) From seedless to many seeds, depending on the variety
C) Always seedless
D) Always have a very few seeds
  • 21. What is the main difference between a pomelo and a grapefruit?
A) Grapefruits are larger and less acidic.
B) They are essentially the same fruit.
C) Pomelos are always red, and grapefruits are always yellow.
D) Pomelos are larger and less acidic than grapefruits.
  • 22. What is the significance of the juice sacs (vesicles) in pomelos?
A) They protect the seeds.
B) They are waste products of the fruit.
C) They contain the juice and nutrients.
D) They provide structural support.
  • 23. What is the typical harvesting season for pomelos in the Northern Hemisphere?
A) Early fall
B) Summer
C) Spring
D) Late fall to early winter
  • 24. Which of the following is a common pest or disease affecting pomelos?
A) Citrus canker
B) Potato blight
C) Powdery mildew
D) Apple scab
  • 25. What is a common method of propagating pomelos?
A) Direct seeding
B) Air layering
C) Division
D) Grafting
  • 26. How does a pomelo differ from an orange?
A) Pomelos are much larger and have a thicker rind.
B) They are essentially the same fruit.
C) Oranges are much larger and have a thicker rind.
D) Pomelos have a smoother skin.
  • 27. What role do pomelos play in some Asian cultures?
A) Symbol of anger and frustration
B) Symbol of sadness and mourning
C) Symbol of bad luck
D) Symbol of good fortune and prosperity, often gifted
  • 28. What is the 'septum' in a pomelo?
A) The central core
B) The membrane dividing the segments
C) The juice vesicles
D) The outer skin
  • 29. What distinguishes a 'Honey' pomelo?
A) Known for its exceptional sweetness
B) Known for its extremely thick rind
C) Known for its small size
D) Known for its sourness
  • 30. How should pomelos be stored after harvesting?
A) In a sealed plastic bag
B) In a cool, dry place
C) In the refrigerator
D) In direct sunlight
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