How to Identify and Classify Cranberries - Test
  • 1. What family do cranberries belong to?
A) Ericaceae
B) Rosaceae
C) Solanaceae
D) Asteraceae
  • 2. What is the genus name for cranberries?
A) Fragaria
B) Rubus
C) Vaccinium
D) Malus
  • 3. Which of these is a common North American cranberry species?
A) Vaccinium vitis-idaea
B) Vaccinium uliginosum
C) Vaccinium macrocarpon
D) Vaccinium myrtillus
  • 4. What type of fruit is a cranberry?
A) Berry
B) Aggregate Fruit
C) Pome
D) Drupe
  • 5. What is the typical color of a ripe cranberry?
A) Green
B) Orange
C) Yellow
D) Deep Red
  • 6. Which environment do cranberries typically grow in?
A) Acidic Bogs
B) Tropical Rainforests
C) Mountainous Regions
D) Alkaline Deserts
  • 7. What is a key characteristic of cranberry vines?
A) Thick Trunks
B) Trailing Growth
C) Climbing Tendrils
D) Erect Stems
  • 8. What is the shape of cranberry leaves?
A) Round
B) Elliptical
C) Linear
D) Needle-like
  • 9. How are cranberries typically harvested?
A) Pruning
B) Hand Picking Only
C) Flooding and Beating
D) Mechanical Shaking Only
  • 10. What is the primary use of cranberries?
A) Textile Dye
B) Animal Feed
C) Food and Beverage
D) Ornamental Purposes
  • 11. Which of these characteristics helps distinguish cranberries from lingonberries?
A) Root System Only
B) Size and Vine Structure
C) Flower Shape Only
D) Leaf Color Only
  • 12. What is a 'bounce test' used for in cranberry harvesting?
A) To assess ripeness
B) To check for pests
C) To determine sugar content
D) To measure acidity
  • 13. What is the term for a cultivated area where cranberries are grown?
A) Cranberry Bog
B) Orchard
C) Vineyard
D) Field
  • 14. What time of year are cranberries typically harvested in North America?
A) Winter
B) Fall
C) Spring
D) Summer
  • 15. Which of these is a health benefit associated with cranberry consumption?
A) Enhanced Muscle Growth
B) Increased Bone Density
C) Urinary Tract Health
D) Improved Vision
  • 16. What is the purpose of sanding a cranberry bog?
A) Water Drainage
B) Adding Nutrients
C) Increasing Soil pH
D) Weed Control & Root Protection
  • 17. What type of soil is best for cranberry growth?
A) Sandy Loam
B) Chalky Soil
C) Alkaline Clay
D) Acidic Peat
  • 18. Cranberries are a good source of which antioxidant?
A) Beta-carotene
B) Lycopene
C) Proanthocyanidins
D) Vitamin C
  • 19. How does flooding a cranberry bog protect the plants in winter?
A) Insulation from Cold
B) Prevents Disease
C) Attracts Pollinators
D) Provides Nutrients
  • 20. What is the function of the cranberry flower's reflexed petals?
A) Reduce Water Loss
B) Attract Birds
C) Protect the Fruit
D) Promote Pollination
  • 21. Which state is the largest producer of cranberries in the United States?
A) Wisconsin
B) Oregon
C) Massachusetts
D) Washington
  • 22. What distinguishes the 'Early Black' cranberry variety?
A) Early Ripening
B) Deepest Red Color
C) Sweetest Flavor
D) Largest Berry Size
  • 23. What part of the cranberry plant is used for propagation?
A) Leaves
B) Seeds
C) Roots
D) Cuttings
  • 24. What is the primary pollinator of cranberries?
A) Birds
B) Butterflies
C) Bees
D) Wind
  • 25. Which of these pests commonly affects cranberry crops?
A) Cranberry Fruitworm
B) Aphids
C) Spider Mites
D) Japanese Beetles
  • 26. What is the main purpose of 'dry harvesting' cranberries?
A) Sauce Production
B) Fresh Market Sales
C) Juice Production
D) Canned Cranberries
  • 27. What factor contributes to the tartness of cranberries?
A) Low Sugar Content
B) High Fiber Content
C) High Acidity
D) Presence of Tannins
  • 28. How does a cranberry float?
A) Low Density Pulp
B) Hollow Core
C) Waxy Coating
D) Air Pockets Inside
  • 29. What is the average lifespan of a cranberry bog?
A) Several Decades
B) 10-20 Years
C) 1-2 Years
D) 5-10 Years
  • 30. Which is a common way to process cranberries?
A) Smoking
B) Juicing
C) Pickling
D) Fermenting into Wine
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