How to Cultivate Sorb Apples - Quiz
  • 1. What is the scientific name for sorb apple?
A) Crataegus monogyna
B) Sorbus domestica
C) Malus sylvestris
D) Pyrus communis
  • 2. What type of climate does sorb apple prefer?
A) Arctic
B) Tropical
C) Arid
D) Temperate
  • 3. What is the best method for propagating sorb apple?
A) Cutting
B) Grafting
C) Seed
D) Layering
  • 4. What type of soil is best for sorb apple?
A) Clay
B) Well-drained, loamy
C) Sandy
D) Peat
  • 5. At what age does sorb apple typically begin to bear fruit?
A) Immediately after planting
B) 5-10 years
C) 20+ years
D) 1-2 years
  • 6. What is the ideal pH range for sorb apple soil?
A) 9.0-10.0
B) 6.0-7.0
C) 4.0-5.0
D) 8.0-9.0
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for sorb apple?
A) High Nitrogen
B) High Potassium
C) Balanced NPK
D) High Phosphorus
  • 8. How often should sorb apple trees be watered, especially when young?
A) Daily
B) Regularly, during dry periods
C) Never
D) Rarely, only during extreme drought
  • 9. What is the main pest that commonly affects sorb apple trees?
A) Aphids
B) Snails
C) Rabbits
D) Deer
  • 10. What disease is sorb apple susceptible to?
A) Fire blight
B) Powdery mildew
C) Black spot
D) Rust
  • 11. What is the purpose of pruning sorb apple trees?
A) To stunt growth
B) To improve fruit production and tree shape
C) To attract more pests
D) To prevent flowering
  • 12. When is the best time to prune sorb apple trees?
A) Late winter or early spring
B) Summer
C) Autumn
D) Any time of year
  • 13. How far apart should sorb apple trees be planted?
A) 5-10 feet
B) 20-30 feet
C) 1-2 feet
D) 50+ feet
  • 14. What is the typical size of a mature sorb apple tree?
A) 30-50 feet
B) 1-2 feet
C) 5-10 feet
D) 100+ feet
  • 15. What is the color of ripe sorb apples?
A) Yellowish-green to reddish-brown
B) Black
C) Blue
D) Purple
  • 16. How are sorb apples typically consumed?
A) Discarded as inedible
B) Processed into jams, jellies, or beverages
C) Used as animal feed
D) Eaten raw directly from the tree
  • 17. What is a key characteristic of sorb apple fruit compared to regular apples?
A) Larger size
B) Tannic and acidic flavor when raw
C) Sweeter flavor when raw
D) Brighter color
  • 18. What is the role of pollination in sorb apple cultivation?
A) Causes deformed fruit
B) Essential for fruit set
C) Irrelevant for fruit set
D) Only required for seed production
  • 19. What can be done to improve pollination in a sorb apple orchard?
A) Introduce pollinators like bees
B) Spray with insecticides
C) Cover the trees with netting
D) Remove all other flowering plants
  • 20. What is the purpose of mulching around sorb apple trees?
A) To attract pests
B) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
C) To increase soil acidity
D) To prevent root growth
  • 21. How does sorb apple contribute to biodiversity?
A) Reduces the variety of plant life
B) Provides food and habitat for wildlife
C) Attracts invasive species
D) Has no effect on biodiversity
  • 22. What is the best way to store sorb apples after harvest?
A) Freezing immediately
B) Cool and dry place
C) Warm and humid place
D) Direct sunlight
  • 23. What is the approximate chill hour requirement for sorb apple?
A) No chill hours required
B) 1500+ hours
C) 800-1000 hours
D) 100-200 hours
  • 24. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of growing sorb apple?
A) Requires minimal maintenance
B) Provides unique fruit
C) Attractive ornamental tree
D) Supports local ecosystems
  • 25. What is a common use of sorb apple wood?
A) Paper production
B) Construction lumber
C) Turnery and carving
D) Fuelwood
  • 26. Which continent is sorb apple native to?
A) Europe
B) North America
C) Australia
D) Asia
  • 27. What is the meaning of 'domestica' in Sorbus domestica?
A) Small
B) Mountain
C) Wild
D) Cultivated
  • 28. Why might a support stake be needed for a young sorb apple tree?
A) To accelerate growth
B) To protect from wind damage
C) To make harvesting easier
D) To prevent flowering
  • 29. How can you tell if a sorb apple is ready for harvest?
A) Slightly softened fruit with easily detachable stem
B) Fruit that falls from the tree on its own
C) Hard fruit that is firmly attached to the stem
D) When the leaves start to change color
  • 30. What role does sorb apple play historically?
A) Used solely for animal fodder
B) Traditional ingredient in fermented beverages
C) Used exclusively for ornamental purposes
D) Primary food source for early humans
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