How to Grow Zucchinis - Exam
  • 1. What type of vegetable is a zucchini?
A) Summer squash
B) Fruit
C) Root vegetable
D) Legume
  • 2. When is the best time to plant zucchini?
A) After the last frost
B) During the first frost
C) Mid-winter
D) Early spring
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for growing zucchini?
A) 6.0-7.5
B) Above 9.0
C) 8.0-9.0
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 4. How much sunlight do zucchini plants need daily?
A) 10+ hours
B) 0 hours
C) 6-8 hours
D) 2-4 hours
  • 5. What type of soil is best for zucchini?
A) Well-drained, fertile soil
B) Compacted soil
C) Clay soil
D) Sandy, nutrient-poor soil
  • 6. How far apart should zucchini plants be spaced?
A) 5 feet
B) 6 inches
C) 1 foot
D) 2-3 feet
  • 7. What is the best way to water zucchini plants?
A) At the base of the plant
B) Overhead watering
C) Never watering
D) Watering daily a small amount
  • 8. What is a common pest that affects zucchini plants?
A) Aphids
B) Spider mites
C) Squash bugs
D) Grasshoppers
  • 9. What is a common disease that affects zucchini plants?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Leaf spot
C) Root rot
D) Tomato blight
  • 10. How often should zucchini plants be fertilized?
A) Every 3-4 weeks
B) Daily
C) Never
D) Once a year
  • 11. What type of fertilizer is best for zucchini?
A) Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10)
B) High phosphorus fertilizer
C) High potassium fertilizer
D) High nitrogen fertilizer
  • 12. When are zucchini usually ready to harvest?
A) 150 days
B) 90-100 days
C) 50-65 days
D) 20-30 days
  • 13. What is the ideal size for harvesting zucchini?
A) 2 feet
B) 1 inch
C) 12-14 inches
D) 6-8 inches
  • 14. How should zucchini be harvested?
A) Cut from the vine with a knife
B) Twisted off the vine
C) Pulled from the vine
D) Broke off the vine
  • 15. What part of the zucchini plant is edible besides the fruit?
A) The flowers
B) The roots
C) The stem
D) The leaves
  • 16. What is 'companion planting'?
A) Planting crops close to a building
B) Planting different crops together for mutual benefit
C) Planting crops in rows
D) Planting only one type of crop
  • 17. What is a good companion plant for zucchini?
A) Sunflowers
B) Corn
C) Tomatoes
D) Marigolds
  • 18. Why is it important to harvest zucchini regularly?
A) To allow the plant to rest
B) To encourage continued production
C) To prevent the plant from producing flowers
D) To prevent the plant from growing too tall
  • 19. What does 'succession planting' mean?
A) Planting crops in the same container.
B) Planting crops in the same location every year.
C) Planting crops at intervals to extend the harvest.
D) Planting all crops at once.
  • 20. What can overwatering zucchini plants lead to?
A) Thicker stems
B) Drought resistance
C) Increased fruit production
D) Root rot
  • 21. How can you prevent powdery mildew on zucchini plants?
A) Ensure good air circulation
B) Applying a high-nitrogen fertilizer
C) Overwatering
D) Planting in full shade
  • 22. What is a good way to attract pollinators to zucchini plants?
A) Plant flowers nearby
B) Cover the plants with netting
C) Remove all weeds
D) Use pesticides
  • 23. What does 'blossom end rot' indicate?
A) Nitrogen deficiency
B) Sunburn
C) Calcium deficiency
D) Overwatering
  • 24. How can you prevent squash vine borers?
A) Using a high-nitrogen fertilizer
B) Watering the leaves
C) Planting in full shade
D) Wrap the base of the stem with foil
  • 25. What is the best way to deal with squash bugs?
A) Ignore them
B) Handpick them off the plants
C) Use a strong pesticide
D) Water more frequently
  • 26. What is a good way to improve soil drainage?
A) Remove all organic matter
B) Add clay
C) Add compost or other organic matter
D) Compact the soil
  • 27. What is the purpose of mulching around zucchini plants?
A) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
B) To attract pests
C) To cool the soil
D) To add nitrogen to the soil
  • 28. What is a good storage method for zucchini?
A) Freeze whole zucchini
B) Refrigerate unwashed for up to a week
C) Store washed zucchini
D) Store at room temperature
  • 29. If your zucchini plant is producing only male flowers, what could be the cause?
A) Too much fertilizer
B) Temperature stress
C) Lack of pollinators
D) Too much water
  • 30. What does 'hardening off' seedlings mean?
A) Gradually exposing seedlings to outdoor conditions
B) Exposing seedlings to frost
C) Planting seedlings directly outside
D) Keeping seedlings indoors until mature
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