- 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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