How to Identify and Classify Leeks
  • 1. What plant family do leeks belong to?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Alliaceae
C) Asteraceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 2. The edible portion of a leek is primarily the:
A) Root
B) Flower
C) Seed
D) Stem and lower leaves
  • 3. What color is the 'shaft' of a well-blanched leek?
A) White
B) Green
C) Purple
D) Brown
  • 4. Which characteristic is MOST important when judging leek quality?
A) Stem Length
B) Cleanliness
C) Root Size
D) Number of Leaves
  • 5. What does 'bolting' in a leek refer to?
A) Root rot
B) Leaf blight
C) Premature flowering
D) Rapid growth
  • 6. What is a common pest that affects leeks?
A) Spider mites
B) Onion thrips
C) Cabbage worms
D) Aphids
  • 7. Which soil type is generally best for growing leeks?
A) Well-drained loam
B) Sandy soil
C) Clay soil
D) Rocky soil
  • 8. What is the typical spacing between leek plants?
A) 24-36 inches
B) 12-18 inches
C) 6-8 inches
D) 2-4 inches
  • 9. Which of these is a characteristic of the 'Bandit' leek variety?
A) Large size
B) Strong onion flavor
C) Early maturing
D) Purple leaves
  • 10. What is the purpose of 'earthing up' leeks?
A) To prevent pests
B) To fertilize the roots
C) To support the plant
D) To blanch the stem
  • 11. Leeks are typically harvested in which season?
A) Fall and Winter
B) Summer
C) Late Spring
D) Spring
  • 12. What shape are leek seeds?
A) Oval and White
B) Flat and Red
C) Round and Brown
D) Angular and Black
  • 13. Which of these is a disease that can affect leeks?
A) Powdery Mildew
B) Rust
C) White Rot
D) Black Spot
  • 14. How do you differentiate a leek from a green onion?
A) Green onions are always white at the base.
B) Leeks have a milder flavor and larger size.
C) Leeks always have purple tips.
D) Green onions are harvested with the roots.
  • 15. What is the best way to store harvested leeks?
A) At room temperature, washed.
B) In direct sunlight, uncovered.
C) In the refrigerator, unwashed, in a plastic bag.
D) In the freezer, chopped.
  • 16. What is a key difference between short-day and long-day leek varieties?
A) Short-day leeks mature earlier in the season.
B) Long-day leeks have a stronger flavor.
C) Short-day leeks are always larger.
D) Long-day leeks are more resistant to pests.
  • 17. Which nutrient is MOST important for leek growth?
A) Calcium
B) Nitrogen
C) Potassium
D) Phosphorus
  • 18. What planting method encourages long, white shafts?
A) Planting on a raised bed.
B) Planting on a slope.
C) Planting in a trench and gradually filling it in.
D) Planting in containers.
  • 19. Why is crop rotation important when growing leeks?
A) To make harvesting easier.
B) To increase sunlight exposure.
C) To prevent soil-borne diseases and pests.
D) To improve soil drainage.
  • 20. What is the ideal pH level for leek cultivation?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 7.5-8.5
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 21. Which continent did leeks originate from?
A) Africa
B) South America
C) Europe
D) Asia
  • 22. What is the botanical name for leeks?
A) Allium sativum
B) Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum
C) Allium schoenoprasum
D) Allium cepa
  • 23. How do you prepare leeks before cooking?
A) Peel the outer layer off.
B) Thoroughly wash between the layers.
C) Trim the roots and the green tops entirely.
D) Soak in saltwater to remove any dirt.
  • 24. Which of the following is NOT a way to propagate leeks?
A) Transplants
B) Cuttings
C) Seeds
D) Division (occasionally)
  • 25. Which of the following best describes the flavor profile of a leek?
A) Mild onion-like
B) Sweet and garlicky
C) Spicy and pungent
D) Bitter and herbaceous
  • 26. What is a 'leek moth'?
A) A type of fertilizer made from leeks.
B) A pest that burrows into leek leaves.
C) A beneficial insect that pollinates leeks.
D) A hybrid variety of leek.
  • 27. What is the proper technique for planting leek seedlings?
A) Make a hole with a dibber and drop the seedling in.
B) Lay the seedlings flat on the soil surface.
C) Plant the seedlings in clusters.
D) Bury the seedlings deeply, covering the first leaves.
  • 28. How does consistent watering impact leek development?
A) Encourages root rot.
B) Promotes uniform growth and prevents bolting.
C) Causes the leeks to grow smaller.
D) Increases the strength of the onion flavor.
  • 29. Which element does wood ash primarily provide to the soil, benefiting leek growth?
A) Phosphorus
B) Nitrogen
C) Potassium
D) Magnesium
  • 30. What is a visual indicator that leeks are ready for harvest?
A) The roots become visible above the soil.
B) The plant begins to flower.
C) The shaft reaches the desired thickness.
D) The leaves start to turn yellow.
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