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