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How to Identify and Classify Sugar Snap Peas
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What is the defining characteristic of sugar snap peas?
A) Small seeds
B) Inedible pods
C) Edible pods
D) Round leaves
  • 2. What part of the sugar snap pea is typically eaten?
A) Just the peas
B) Pod and peas
C) Just the pod
D) Leaves and stem
  • 3. Which of these best describes the texture of a mature sugar snap pea pod?
A) Tough and fibrous
B) Crisp and plump
C) Soft and flimsy
D) Leathery and thin
  • 4. Compared to garden peas, sugar snap peas have...
A) Thicker pod walls
B) Thinner pod walls
C) Larger seeds only
D) No pod walls
  • 5. At what stage of development are sugar snap peas typically harvested?
A) After the plant dies
B) After peas are fully mature
C) Before pods are fully developed
D) Before peas are fully mature
  • 6. What is the color of a mature sugar snap pea pod?
A) Pale yellow
B) Bright green
C) Dark brown
D) Light pink
  • 7. What is the typical size of a sugar snap pea pod?
A) 2-3 inches
B) Less than 1 inch
C) Over 6 inches
D) 4-6 inches
  • 8. How are sugar snap peas primarily classified?
A) By pod thickness and sweetness
B) By flower color
C) By stem length
D) By leaf shape
  • 9. Which is NOT a common characteristic of sugar snap pea plants?
A) Tendrils for support
B) Bushy growth habit
C) Climbing vines
D) Need for a trellis
  • 10. What is a key indicator of freshness in sugar snap peas?
A) Softness of the pod
B) Size of the leaves
C) Number of peas inside
D) Firmness of the pod
  • 11. What type of soil do sugar snap peas prefer?
A) Heavy clay
B) Well-drained
C) Waterlogged
D) Sandy
  • 12. How much sunlight do sugar snap peas need?
A) Full sun
B) Partial shade
C) Minimal sunlight
D) Full shade
  • 13. What planting season is best for sugar snap peas?
A) Mid-summer
B) Spring or Fall
C) Summer
D) Winter
  • 14. What is the function of tendrils on a sugar snap pea plant?
A) Climbing support
B) Photosynthesis
C) Water absorption
D) Seed dispersal
  • 15. What is a common pest that affects sugar snap peas?
A) Earthworms
B) Ladybugs
C) Bees
D) Aphids
  • 16. What is the flower color of most sugar snap pea varieties?
A) Red
B) White
C) Yellow
D) Blue
  • 17. How does overwatering affect sugar snap peas?
A) Faster growth
B) Root rot
C) Increased yield
D) Brighter color
  • 18. What is the ideal pH level for growing sugar snap peas?
A) 6.0-7.0
B) 4.0-5.0
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 7.5-8.5
  • 19. Which nutrient is most important for sugar snap pea growth?
A) Nitrogen
B) Calcium
C) Phosphorus
D) Potassium
  • 20. How often should sugar snap peas be harvested?
A) Once a month
B) When the plant dies
C) Every 2-3 days
D) Once a week
  • 21. What does 'stringless' refer to in some sugar snap pea varieties?
A) Produces no flowers
B) Smaller pea size
C) Requires no support
D) Easier to eat the whole pod
  • 22. How do you promote bushier growth in sugar snap peas?
A) Removing the flowers
B) Pinching back the stems
C) Adding more fertilizer
D) Reducing watering
  • 23. What is a companion plant for sugar snap peas?
A) Carrots
B) Garlic
C) Onions
D) Sunflowers
  • 24. What is the approximate time to harvest after planting sugar snap peas?
A) 60 days
B) 30 days
C) 90 days
D) 120 days
  • 25. Which of these is a variety of sugar snap pea?
A) Snow Pea
B) English Pea
C) Alaska Pea
D) Super Sugar Snap
  • 26. What is the purpose of blanching sugar snap peas before freezing?
A) Preserve color and flavor
B) Soften the pods
C) Kill pests
D) Increase nutritional value
  • 27. How should sugar snap peas be stored in the refrigerator?
A) In a sealed container
B) In a perforated bag
C) Uncovered
D) Wrapped in plastic wrap
  • 28. What is a sign of overripe sugar snap peas?
A) Small size
B) Crisp pod
C) Bright green color
D) Tough and starchy peas
  • 29. How does crop rotation benefit sugar snap peas?
A) Prevents weeds
B) Attracts more pollinators
C) Increases nitrogen in the soil
D) Reduces soilborne diseases
  • 30. What is a common disease affecting sugar snap peas?
A) Apple scab
B) Powdery mildew
C) Rose rust
D) Tomato blight
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