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