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