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