How to Cultivate Pears - Test
  • 1. What is the ideal soil pH for pear trees?
A) 5.0 - 6.0
B) 4.0 - 5.0
C) 7.0 - 8.0
D) 6.0 - 7.0
  • 2. Which type of pear tree is generally considered more disease resistant?
A) European Pear
B) Hybrid Pear
C) All Pears are equally disease prone
D) Asian Pear
  • 3. What is the primary reason for thinning pear fruits?
A) To improve fruit size and quality
B) To attract more pollinators
C) To prevent the tree from growing too tall
D) To decrease water requirements
  • 4. When is the best time to prune pear trees?
A) Late Winter/Early Spring
B) Anytime
C) Mid-Summer
D) Late Autumn
  • 5. What is a common method of propagating pear trees?
A) Root Cuttings
B) Grafting
C) Leaf Cuttings
D) Direct Seeding
  • 6. What is the purpose of dormant oil spray?
A) To control overwintering pests
B) To fertilize the tree
C) To ripen the fruit faster
D) To encourage early blooming
  • 7. Which nutrient is most important for fruit development in pears?
A) Potassium
B) Nitrogen
C) Phosphorus
D) Calcium
  • 8. How often should young pear trees be watered?
A) Never, they are drought tolerant
B) Regularly, especially during dry periods
C) Once a month
D) Only when the leaves wilt
  • 9. What is the best way to protect pear trees from frost damage during bloom?
A) Water the tree heavily
B) Apply fertilizer
C) Cover the tree with a frost blanket
D) Prune the tree heavily
  • 10. Fire blight is a common disease affecting pear trees. What type of pathogen causes it?
A) Bacteria
B) Virus
C) Nematode
D) Fungus
  • 11. What is the average lifespan of a well-cared-for pear tree?
A) 5-10 years
B) 100+ years
C) 50-75 years
D) 10-20 years
  • 12. Why are cross-pollination partners often necessary for pear trees?
A) Many varieties are self-infertile
B) To increase the size of the tree
C) To speed up the ripening process
D) To prevent disease
  • 13. Which of these is a common pear tree pest?
A) Ladybug
B) Earthworm
C) Codling Moth
D) Praying Mantis
  • 14. What does 'scion' refer to in grafting pear trees?
A) The grafting tool
B) The top portion of the grafted plant
C) The grafting wax
D) The rootstock of the grafted plant
  • 15. How does mulching benefit pear trees?
A) Attracts beneficial insects
B) Retains moisture and suppresses weeds
C) Repels birds
D) Increases soil pH
  • 16. What is the ideal spacing between pear trees?
A) 30-40 feet
B) 5-10 feet
C) 15-20 feet
D) 2-3 feet
  • 17. When do most pear varieties typically ripen?
A) Late Summer/Early Fall
B) Mid-Winter
C) Late Spring
D) Early Spring
  • 18. What is 'fruit set' in pear cultivation?
A) The fertilization of a pear tree
B) The pruning of a pear tree
C) The planting of a pear tree
D) The development of fruit after pollination
  • 19. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for young pear trees?
A) Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10)
B) No fertilizer needed
C) High-phosphorus fertilizer
D) High-nitrogen fertilizer
  • 20. What is the purpose of a central leader pruning system?
A) To establish a strong central trunk
B) To create a weeping shape
C) To encourage multiple trunks
D) To minimize fruit production
  • 21. Which of the following is NOT a sign of overwatering a pear tree?
A) Stunted growth
B) Leaf drop
C) Root rot
D) Yellowing leaves
  • 22. Which of the following is a common symptom of pear scab?
A) Swollen trunk
B) Wilting of branches
C) Olive-green spots on leaves and fruit
D) Yellowing of leaves
  • 23. Why are pear trees often trained onto a trellis?
A) To protect from wind damage
B) To prevent root rot
C) To improve sunlight exposure and air circulation
D) To increase water uptake
  • 24. What is the benefit of planting a dwarf or semi-dwarf pear tree?
A) Longer lifespan
B) Higher fruit yield
C) Greater disease resistance
D) Easier to manage and harvest fruit
  • 25. How can you protect pear fruit from bird damage?
A) Fertilizing the tree more
B) Ignoring the problem
C) Netting
D) Pruning heavily
  • 26. What does it mean when a pear is 'hard ripe'?
A) Underripe and sour
B) Overripe and mushy
C) Mature but not yet soft and ready to eat
D) Rotten and inedible
  • 27. What should be done with fallen pear leaves to prevent disease spread?
A) Remove and destroy them
B) Leave them as mulch
C) Use them for compost
D) Bury them
  • 28. Which of the following is a method of controlling codling moths in pear trees?
A) Planting companion herbs
B) Applying fertilizer
C) Watering more frequently
D) Pheromone traps
  • 29. What is the role of bees in pear tree cultivation?
A) Pollination
B) Fertilization
C) Water distribution
D) Pest control
  • 30. Which pear variety is known for its buttery texture?
A) Bartlett
B) Anjou
C) Bosc
D) Comice
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