How to Identify and Classify Broccoli
  • 1. What is the primary identifying characteristic of broccoli?
A) Dense, green flower heads
B) Smooth, waxy leaves
C) Red, leafy stems
D) A strong, pungent odor
  • 2. Broccoli belongs to which plant family?
A) Poaceae
B) Solanaceae
C) Rosaceae
D) Brassicaceae
  • 3. What color should fresh broccoli florets ideally be?
A) Yellowish-brown
B) White
C) Pale blue
D) Deep green
  • 4. Which part of the broccoli plant is typically eaten?
A) Flower heads and stalk
B) Roots only
C) Seeds only
D) Leaves only
  • 5. What does 'heading broccoli' refer to?
A) Broccoli with a large, central head
B) Broccoli used for making juice
C) Broccoli grown underwater
D) Broccoli that grows without stems
  • 6. What indicates that broccoli is past its prime?
A) Yellowing florets
B) Firm head
C) Bright green stems
D) Strong earthy smell
  • 7. Which vitamin is broccoli a good source of?
A) Vitamin D
B) Vitamin B12
C) Vitamin A
D) Vitamin C
  • 8. What type of climate is best for growing broccoli?
A) Tropical
B) Hot and humid
C) Cool
D) Arid
  • 9. What is the ideal texture of a broccoli stalk?
A) Dry and brittle
B) Wilted and rubbery
C) Firm and crisp
D) Soft and mushy
  • 10. What is 'Broccolini'?
A) A disease that affects broccoli
B) A very small type of broccoli
C) A hybrid of broccoli and gai lan
D) A type of broccoli grown in Italy
  • 11. What is the scientific name for common broccoli?
A) Lactuca sativa
B) Brassica oleracea var. italica
C) Spinacia oleracea
D) Solanum lycopersicum
  • 12. Which of the following is NOT a common variety of broccoli?
A) DiCicco
B) Waltham 29
C) Red Romaine
D) Calabrese
  • 13. What is a common pest that affects broccoli?
A) Cabbage worms
B) Mealybugs
C) Spider mites
D) Aphids
  • 14. What soil pH level is optimal for broccoli growth?
A) 7.5 to 8.5
B) 6.0 to 7.0
C) 4.0 to 5.0
D) 8.5 to 9.5
  • 15. Why is it important to rotate broccoli crops?
A) To prevent soilborne diseases
B) To increase sunlight exposure
C) To attract pollinators
D) To improve flavor
  • 16. What is 'sprouting broccoli'?
A) Broccoli that has started to germinate
B) Broccoli with multiple small heads
C) A type of broccoli that only grows in spring
D) Broccoli grown from sprouts
  • 17. What is the edible part of purple sprouting broccoli?
A) Spears and leaves
B) The roots
C) Only the leaves
D) Only the main head
  • 18. What nutrient does broccoli need a lot of for healthy growth?
A) Phosphorus
B) Calcium
C) Nitrogen
D) Potassium
  • 19. What is one way to prevent broccoli from bolting (flowering prematurely)?
A) High temperatures
B) Lack of sunlight
C) Too much fertilizer
D) Consistent watering
  • 20. What is the 'crown' of the broccoli?
A) The root system
B) The small side shoots
C) The outer leaves
D) The main, central head
  • 21. Which harvest method is recommended for heading broccoli?
A) Break off individual florets by hand
B) Pull the entire plant from the ground
C) Wait for the broccoli to flower completely
D) Cut the central head with a sharp knife
  • 22. What is a sign of over-fertilizing broccoli?
A) Excessive leaf growth with poor head development
B) Stunted growth
C) Yellowing leaves
D) Small, compact heads
  • 23. How does blanching affect broccoli before freezing?
A) It improves the flavor
B) It makes it easier to chop
C) It removes all nutrients
D) It stops enzyme action
  • 24. Which of these characteristics help classify different broccoli cultivars?
A) Leaf color only
B) Root depth only
C) Head size and maturity time
D) Stem thickness only
  • 25. What is the benefit of growing broccoli in raised beds?
A) Improved drainage
B) Increased shade
C) Attracts more pollinators
D) Reduces wind exposure
  • 26. Which method of irrigation is best to prevent fungal diseases in broccoli?
A) Watering the leaves directly
B) No irrigation at all
C) Overhead sprinklers
D) Drip irrigation
  • 27. Why is it important to harvest broccoli before the flower buds open?
A) The taste becomes bitter
B) The stem becomes woody
C) The nutritional value decreases
D) It attracts pests
  • 28. What does 'side shooting' refer to in broccoli plants?
A) The broccoli plant falling over
B) The broccoli plant producing only leaves
C) The broccoli plant growing in a spiral pattern
D) The development of smaller heads after the main head is harvested
  • 29. How does soil temperature affect broccoli seed germination?
A) Extremely hot soil is ideal
B) Warmer soil promotes faster germination
C) Colder soil promotes faster germination
D) Soil temperature has no effect
  • 30. What is the main benefit of companion planting broccoli with herbs like rosemary or thyme?
A) Enhanced flavor
B) Pest deterrence
C) Improved soil drainage
D) Increased sunlight
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