How to Identify and Classify Lettuce Heads
  • 1. What is the most common type of lettuce?
A) Romaine
B) Loose-leaf
C) Butterhead
D) Iceberg
  • 2. Romaine lettuce is characterized by its...
A) Small, round leaves
B) Frilly, red-tinged leaves
C) Long, upright leaves
D) Crinkled, loose leaves
  • 3. Butterhead lettuce is known for its...
A) Bitter, strong flavor
B) Soft, buttery texture
C) Crisp, watery texture
D) Spicy, peppery flavor
  • 4. What distinguishes loose-leaf lettuce from head lettuce?
A) It is always red in color
B) Leaves are not formed into a head
C) It has a very long shelf life
D) It requires special growing conditions
  • 5. Oak Leaf lettuce gets its name from...
A) Its oak-like flavor
B) The shape of its leaves
C) Its use in oak-barrel aging
D) Its ability to grow near oak trees
  • 6. What is the typical color of Iceberg lettuce?
A) Pale green
B) Red
C) Dark green
D) Purple
  • 7. Which lettuce is often used in Caesar salads?
A) Romaine
B) Butterhead
C) Iceberg
D) Bibb
  • 8. What is the best way to store lettuce?
A) In the refrigerator, wrapped in a damp paper towel
B) Uncovered, in a dry place
C) In the freezer
D) At room temperature, in direct sunlight
  • 9. What is the main factor in identifying different lettuce types?
A) Root size
B) Leaf shape and arrangement
C) Seed color
D) Smell
  • 10. Which lettuce has a slightly bitter taste?
A) Radicchio
B) Iceberg
C) Butterhead
D) Bibb
  • 11. What should you look for when selecting a fresh head of lettuce?
A) Yellowed leaves
B) A strong odor
C) Wilted leaves and a soft head
D) Crisp leaves and a firm head
  • 12. Which of these is a type of loose-leaf lettuce?
A) Red Leaf
B) Boston
C) Romaine
D) Iceberg
  • 13. What is the texture of Iceberg lettuce?
A) Tough and fibrous
B) Crisp and watery
C) Soft and buttery
D) Tender and delicate
  • 14. Which lettuce is known for its delicate flavor and texture?
A) Endive
B) Bibb
C) Iceberg
D) Romaine
  • 15. How does the base of a Romaine lettuce head look?
A) Oblong
B) Round
C) Triangular
D) Flat
  • 16. What is the best temperature to store lettuce in?
A) 60-70°F (15-21°C)
B) 45-50°F (7-10°C)
C) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
D) Above 75°F (24°C)
  • 17. What is the ideal humidity for storing lettuce?
A) 95-100%
B) 70-80%
C) 30-40%
D) 50-60%
  • 18. What characteristic differentiates Green Leaf lettuce from other leaf types?
A) Frilly, broad leaves
B) Small, dense leaves
C) Long, tightly packed leaves
D) Thin, almost transparent leaves
  • 19. Which of these lettuces is known for having a slightly spicy flavor?
A) Iceberg Lettuce
B) Boston Lettuce
C) Bibb Lettuce
D) Arugula
  • 20. What is the general leaf texture of butter lettuce?
A) Soft
B) Crispy
C) Rubbery
D) Thick
  • 21. Which of the following best describes Little Gem lettuce?
A) A miniature romaine type
B) A compact, head-forming lettuce
C) A large, loose-leaf variety
D) A frilly, red-tinged lettuce
  • 22. What causes 'russet spotting' in lettuce?
A) Overwatering
B) Ethylene exposure
C) Insect infestation
D) Lack of sunlight
  • 23. What visual characteristic helps you differentiate frisee?
A) Thick, rib-like leaves
B) Curly endive leaves
C) Smooth, flat leaves
D) Reddish-purple leaves
  • 24. Which lettuce is best suited for making lettuce wraps?
A) Iceberg
B) Butterhead
C) Radicchio
D) Romaine
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