- 1. What is the most common species of almond tree cultivated?
A) Prunus dulcis B) Prunus persica C) Amygdalus communis D) Prunus armeniaca
- 2. Almond trees are best classified botanically as what type of fruit?
A) Drupe B) Berry C) Pome D) Aggregate fruit
- 3. What type of climate is most suitable for almond tree growth?
A) Equatorial B) Mediterranean C) Tropical D) Arctic
- 4. During which season do almond trees typically bloom?
A) Summer B) Winter C) Early Spring D) Autumn
- 5. What is a key characteristic of Nonpareil almond trees?
A) Soft shell B) Hard shell C) Very small kernel D) Paper shell
- 6. What is the typical lifespan of a commercially viable almond tree?
A) 5-10 years B) 100+ years C) 50-75 years D) 20-25 years
- 7. Which of these is NOT a common almond cultivar?
A) Carmel B) Butte C) Granny Smith D) Monterey
- 8. What is a common pollinator for almond trees?
A) Hummingbird B) Butterfly C) Honeybee D) Wind
- 9. What is the general height range of a mature almond tree?
A) 15-30 feet B) 50-75 feet C) 30-50 feet D) 5-10 feet
- 10. What shape are almond leaves typically?
A) Palmate B) Lanceolate C) Ovate D) Cordate
- 11. The outer hull of the almond fruit does what as the fruit matures?
A) Remains attached B) Becomes harder C) Splits open D) Falls off whole
- 12. Which of the following is a common disease affecting almond trees?
A) Rust B) Black spot C) Brown rot D) Powdery mildew
- 13. What is the purpose of 'cross-pollination' in almond orchards?
A) Improve nut set B) Reduce water needs C) Decrease pest susceptibility D) Increase tree height
- 14. What color are almond blossoms typically?
A) Yellow B) Purple C) Red D) Pink or White
- 15. Which nutrient is crucial for almond tree growth and nut development?
A) Nitrogen B) Chlorine C) Calcium D) Sodium
- 16. What is the term for removing dead or diseased branches from an almond tree?
A) Pruning B) Fertilizing C) Grafting D) Mulching
- 17. What is the primary factor differentiating almond varieties?
A) Nut Characteristics B) Bark Color C) Root Depth D) Leaf Shape
- 18. What is the name of the process where a section of one tree is attached to another?
A) Budding B) Pollination C) Grafting D) Cloning
- 19. At what age do almond trees usually begin to produce a substantial crop?
A) 6-8 years B) 10+ years C) 3-5 years D) 1-2 years
- 20. Which continent is the largest producer of almonds?
A) South America B) Europe C) Asia D) North America
- 21. What part of the almond fruit is the edible portion?
A) The seed B) The shell C) The stem D) The hull
- 22. What is a key indicator of an almond tree lacking sufficient water?
A) Faster growth rate B) Increased blossom production C) Thicker bark D) Leaf wilting
- 23. What is the name of the almond variety known for its late bloom time?
A) Carmel B) Fritz C) Nonpareil D) Butte
- 24. Which pest is particularly damaging to almond crops?
A) Whiteflies B) Navel Orangeworm C) Aphids D) Spider mites
- 25. What type of soil is generally best suited for almond tree cultivation?
A) Heavy clay B) Sandy soil C) Well-drained loam D) Silty soil
- 26. How can you identify a young almond tree sapling?
A) Smooth bark B) Thick branches C) Presence of almonds D) Rough bark
- 27. What is the purpose of hulling almonds after harvest?
A) Remove the outer layer B) Sort by size C) Dry the almonds D) Crack the shells
- 28. Why is proper spacing between almond trees important in an orchard?
A) Faster growth rate B) Easier pest control C) Reduced water usage D) Light and air circulation
- 29. What is a potential consequence of over-fertilizing almond trees?
A) Stronger branches B) Earlier blooming C) Salt buildup D) Increased yield
- 30. Which characteristic is used to categorize almonds for market purposes?
A) Size B) Tree height C) Bark texture D) Leaf color
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