- 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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