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How to Identify and Classify Kumquats
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What family do kumquats belong to?
A) Rutaceae (Citrus family)
B) Solanaceae (Nightshade family)
C) Rosaceae (Rose family)
D) Brassicaceae (Mustard family)
  • 2. What is the defining characteristic that separates kumquats from other citrus?
A) Seedless fruit
B) Larger fruit size
C) Edible peel
D) Sour pulp
  • 3. What is the most common type of kumquat?
A) Nagami
B) Hong Kong Wild
C) Meiwa
D) Fukushu
  • 4. What shape is a Nagami kumquat?
A) Pear-shaped
B) Oval
C) Round
D) Oblate
  • 5. What is the shape of a Meiwa kumquat?
A) Tear-drop
B) Oval
C) Round
D) Oblong
  • 6. The peel of a Meiwa kumquat is generally considered to be:
A) Sweeter than Nagami
B) More bitter than Nagami
C) The same sweetness as Nagami
D) Flavorless
  • 7. Fukushu kumquats are known for their:
A) Small size and tart flavor
B) Larger size and slightly bell shape
C) Seedless nature
D) Extremely thick peel
  • 8. The 'Hong Kong Wild' kumquat is primarily grown for:
A) Ornamental purposes
B) Juice extraction
C) Candy making
D) Commercial fruit production
  • 9. What is the typical color of a ripe kumquat?
A) Yellow
B) Orange
C) Red
D) Green
  • 10. The edible portion of a kumquat is:
A) Seeds only
B) Pulp only
C) Peel and pulp
D) Peel only
  • 11. What is the texture of a fresh kumquat peel?
A) Smooth
B) Bumpy
C) Rough
D) Scaly
  • 12. How many segments typically exist in a kumquat?
A) 1-2
B) 15-20
C) 10-12
D) 4-7
  • 13. What is the primary use of kumquats?
A) Juice extraction
B) Eaten whole
C) Essential oil production
D) Animal feed
  • 14. What climate is best suited for growing kumquats?
A) Warm, temperate
B) Cold, arctic
C) Tropical, rainforest
D) Hot, arid
  • 15. How can you tell if a kumquat is ripe?
A) Yellow color and hard as a rock
B) Deep orange color and slightly soft to the touch
C) Pale orange and mushy
D) Green color and very firm to the touch
  • 16. Which kumquat variety is known for its juicy pulp?
A) Fukushu
B) Meiwa
C) Nagami
D) Hong Kong Wild
  • 17. What is the best way to store kumquats?
A) Frozen
B) At room temperature
C) In direct sunlight
D) Refrigerated
  • 18. What is a common culinary use for kumquats besides eating fresh?
A) Pickles
B) Potato chips
C) Ice cream
D) Marmalade
  • 19. What is the approximate size of a Nagami kumquat?
A) 6-7 inches long
B) Smaller than 1 inch
C) 4-5 inches long
D) 1-2 inches long
  • 20. What is the scientific name for the genus kumquat belongs to?
A) Poncirus
B) Fortunella
C) Citrus
D) Microcitrus
  • 21. Which of these factors isn't used in kumquat identification?
A) Peel Sweetness
B) Fruit Shape
C) Fruit Size
D) Leaf Shape
  • 22. What is a good way to preserve kumquats?
A) Fried
B) Candied
C) Boiled
D) Roasted
  • 23. What is the peel of a Kumquat rich in?
A) Artificial Sugar
B) Essential oils
C) Sodium
D) Vitamin B12
  • 24. Which country is believed to be the origin of Kumquats?
A) China
B) Brazil
C) United States
D) Mexico
  • 25. Which type of soil is ideal for Kumquat trees?
A) Rocky
B) Sandy
C) Well-draining
D) Clay
  • 26. What pest commonly affects Kumquat trees?
A) Aphids
B) Snails
C) Earthworms
D) Ants
  • 27. Which part of the Kumquat flower is responsible for pollen production?
A) Pistil
B) Petal
C) Sepal
D) Anther
  • 28. How long does it typically take for a Kumquat tree to produce fruit?
A) 10+ years
B) Less than a year
C) 1-3 years
D) 5-7 years
  • 29. What vitamin is Kumquat high in?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin B
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin D
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