How to Cultivate Coconuts - Exam
  • 1. What is the ideal climate for coconut cultivation?
A) Warm and humid
B) Arid and desert-like
C) Temperate with distinct seasons
D) Cold and dry
  • 2. What type of soil is best suited for coconut palms?
A) Acidic peat soil
B) Well-drained sandy loam
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Rocky soil
  • 3. How much rainfall is typically required for optimal coconut growth?
A) Less than 500 mm per year
B) 1500-2500 mm per year
C) 500-1000 mm per year
D) Over 3000 mm per year
  • 4. What is the optimal planting distance between coconut palms?
A) 2-3 meters
B) 4-6 meters
C) 10-12 meters
D) 7-9 meters
  • 5. What is the best time of year to plant coconut seedlings?
A) Middle of the winter
B) Peak of the dry season
C) End of the summer
D) Beginning of the rainy season
  • 6. Which of the following is NOT a common method of coconut propagation?
A) Tissue culture
B) Grafting
C) Seed nuts
D) Seedlings
  • 7. What is the primary purpose of mulching around coconut palms?
A) Conserve soil moisture
B) Attract pests
C) Reduce soil drainage
D) Increase soil acidity
  • 8. Which nutrient is most important for coconut fruit development?
A) Potassium
B) Calcium
C) Phosphorus
D) Nitrogen
  • 9. What is 'button shedding' in coconuts?
A) The formation of new leaves
B) A type of coconut disease
C) The process of harvesting mature coconuts
D) Premature falling of immature fruits
  • 10. Which pest commonly affects coconut palms by feeding on sap?
A) Spider
B) Coconut mite
C) Grasshopper
D) Earthworm
  • 11. What is 'Lethal Yellowing' a disease of?
A) Rubber trees
B) Mango trees
C) Banana trees
D) Coconut palms
  • 12. What is the approximate gestation period for a coconut to mature?
A) 6-7 months
B) 18-20 months
C) 11-12 months
D) 3-4 months
  • 13. What is the name of the fibrous outer layer of the coconut fruit?
A) Kernel
B) Shell
C) Endosperm
D) Husk
  • 14. What is 'copra'?
A) Coconut oil
B) Coconut husk fiber
C) Dried coconut kernel
D) Coconut water
  • 15. What is the term for the clear liquid inside a young coconut?
A) Coconut milk
B) Coconut cream
C) Coconut water
D) Coconut oil
  • 16. How often should mature coconut palms be fertilized?
A) Once per year
B) Once every 5 years
C) Never
D) 2-3 times per year
  • 17. What is the main benefit of intercropping in coconut plantations?
A) Decreased soil fertility
B) Increased pest infestations
C) Increased income diversification
D) Reduced coconut yield
  • 18. What is the purpose of propping up young coconut seedlings?
A) Improve soil drainage
B) Attract pollinators
C) Encourage faster growth
D) Prevent wind damage
  • 19. Which of these is a dwarf variety of coconut?
A) Malayan Dwarf
B) West Coast Tall
C) East Coast Tall
D) Jamaica Tall
  • 20. What is the best method to control rhinoceros beetle in coconut plantations?
A) Pheromone traps
B) Introducing more beetles
C) Flooding the area
D) Burning the affected palms
  • 21. What is the significance of 'Tapping' in coconut farming?
A) Checking for root diseases
B) Collecting sap for toddy production
C) Harvesting mature nuts
D) Pruning old leaves
  • 22. Why is proper drainage essential in coconut cultivation?
A) Attracts earthworms
B) Increases water retention
C) Reduces nutrient absorption
D) Prevents root rot
  • 23. What is the primary use of coconut shell charcoal?
A) Fertilizer
B) Animal feed
C) Building material
D) Fuel and adsorbent
  • 24. What does 'ratooning' refer to in coconut context?
A) Replanting coconut trees after harvesting
B) Pruning of lower branches
C) It is not a practice used in coconut cultivation
D) Fertilizing only at the root zone
  • 25. Which element is most important in preventing button shedding?
A) Manganese
B) Zinc
C) Boron
D) Iron
  • 26. What type of irrigation is most efficient for coconut plantations?
A) Flood irrigation
B) Surface irrigation
C) Drip irrigation
D) Sprinkler irrigation
  • 27. What is the benefit of planting cover crops in coconut plantations?
A) Reduce coconut yield
B) Increase soil erosion
C) Suppress weeds and improve soil health
D) Attract pests
  • 28. How does saltwater intrusion affect coconut palms?
A) Improves fruit quality
B) Has no effect
C) Promotes faster growth
D) Reduces yield and can cause death
  • 29. What is the term for removing old and unproductive fronds?
A) Pruning
B) Harvesting
C) Grafting
D) Tapping
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