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How to Cultivate Pomegranates - Exam
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  • 1. What climate is best suited for growing pomegranates?
A) Temperate climate with consistent rainfall
B) Tropical climate with high humidity
C) Hot, dry summers and cool winters
D) Cold, wet summers and mild winters
  • 2. What is the ideal soil pH for pomegranates?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 7.5-8.5
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 4.5-5.5
  • 3. How much sunlight do pomegranates need daily?
A) 4-6 hours
B) 6-8 hours
C) Less than 2 hours
D) 2-4 hours
  • 4. When is the best time to plant pomegranate trees?
A) Mid-summer
B) Late winter or early spring
C) Any time of year
D) Late fall
  • 5. What is the recommended spacing between pomegranate trees?
A) 15-20 feet
B) 10-15 feet
C) 25-30 feet
D) 5-10 feet
  • 6. What is the primary purpose of pruning pomegranate trees?
A) To reduce the need for watering
B) To remove suckers and deadwood, and encourage fruit production
C) To completely eliminate fruit production
D) To increase tree height
  • 7. How often should young pomegranate trees be watered?
A) Once a month
B) Regularly, especially during dry periods
C) Only when the leaves wilt
D) Never, they are drought tolerant
  • 8. What type of fertilizer is recommended for pomegranate trees?
A) High-phosphorus fertilizer
B) Balanced fertilizer, such as 10-10-10
C) High-potassium fertilizer
D) High-nitrogen fertilizer
  • 9. What is a common pest that affects pomegranate trees?
A) Ladybugs
B) Aphids
C) Bees
D) Earthworms
  • 10. What is a common disease that affects pomegranate trees?
A) Leaf curl
B) Root nodules
C) Fruit rot
D) Powdery mildew
  • 11. How can you prevent fruit splitting in pomegranates?
A) Over-fertilizing
B) Consistent watering
C) Heavy pruning
D) Complete neglect of watering
  • 12. When are pomegranates typically harvested?
A) Fall
B) Summer
C) Winter
D) Spring
  • 13. What is a sign that a pomegranate is ripe?
A) Green skin and a hard feel
B) Small size and lightweight
C) Deep color and a metallic sound when tapped
D) Soft skin and a dull sound
  • 14. How should harvested pomegranates be stored?
A) In direct sunlight
B) In a warm, humid environment
C) In a cool, dry place
D) Wrapped in plastic
  • 15. What is 'suckering' in pomegranate trees?
A) Branch dieback
B) Flowering prematurely
C) Fruit that doesn't ripen
D) Growth from the base of the tree or roots
  • 16. Why is mulching beneficial for pomegranate trees?
A) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
B) Depletes soil nutrients
C) Attracts pests
D) Increases soil temperature drastically
  • 17. What is the botanical name for pomegranate?
A) Malus domestica
B) Citrus sinensis
C) Vitis vinifera
D) Punica granatum
  • 18. What is the lifespan of a pomegranate tree?
A) 5-10 years
B) 10-20 years
C) 50-100 years
D) 20-30 years
  • 19. What type of root system does a pomegranate have?
A) No root system
B) Shallow and compact
C) Taproot only
D) Deep and extensive
  • 20. Which of these is a common pomegranate variety?
A) Valencia
B) Bing
C) Granny Smith
D) Wonderful
  • 21. What is the purpose of thinning fruit on a pomegranate tree?
A) To attract more pests
B) To increase the number of fruit
C) To prevent the tree from flowering
D) To improve fruit size and quality
  • 22. How can you protect young pomegranate trees from frost?
A) Wrap the trunk with burlap
B) Prune heavily before winter
C) Remove all leaves
D) Water excessively
  • 23. What is the best way to propagate pomegranate trees?
A) Cuttings
B) Air layering
C) Seeds
D) Grafting roses onto them
  • 24. Why are pomegranates considered a superfood?
A) High in antioxidants
B) Contain only simple sugars
C) High in saturated fat
D) Low in vitamins
  • 25. What part of the pomegranate is typically eaten?
A) The rind
B) The roots
C) The arils
D) The leaves
  • 26. What tool is best for pruning small branches on a pomegranate tree?
A) Chainsaw
B) Hand pruners
C) Hedge trimmers
D) Lawnmower
  • 27. What is the purpose of adding compost to the soil around a pomegranate tree?
A) To compact the soil
B) To make the soil more acidic
C) To improve soil fertility and drainage
D) To attract insects
  • 28. What type of fertilizer should be used during the flowering stage?
A) Fertilizer with more phosphorus
B) No fertilizer
C) Fertilizer with more potassium
D) Fertilizer with more nitrogen
  • 29. What is one of the biggest indicators of over watering a Pomegranate tree?
A) Increased fruit production
B) Dark green leaves
C) No leaves at all
D) Yellowing leaves
  • 30. What is a 'basin' used for when planting Pomegranate trees?
A) To add shade
B) To keep birds away
C) To provide support to the tree
D) To help direct water to the root zone
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