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