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