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How to Identify and Classify Ulluco Tubers - Exam
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  • 1. What is the scientific name for Ulluco?
A) Ipomoea batatas
B) Basella alba
C) Oxalis tuberosa
D) Solanum tuberosum
  • 2. Ulluco tubers are primarily grown for their...
A) Ornamental flowers
B) Edible tubers and leaves
C) Medicinal properties
D) Production of biofuel
  • 3. Which continent is Ulluco originally from?
A) South America
B) Asia
C) Africa
D) North America
  • 4. What is a common characteristic of Ulluco tuber skin texture?
A) Rough and hairy
B) Covered in spines
C) Bumpy and porous
D) Smooth and waxy
  • 5. Ulluco tubers come in a variety of...
A) Colors and shapes
B) Only purple and oval
C) Only white and round
D) Only long and brown
  • 6. What type of plant is Ulluco?
A) Woody tree
B) Succulent shrub
C) Herbaceous vine
D) Cactus
  • 7. Which part of the plant is primarily used for propagation?
A) Roots
B) Seeds
C) Tubers
D) Leaves
  • 8. What is the typical size range of Ulluco tubers?
A) Very large
B) Extremely long
C) Small to medium
D) Microscopic
  • 9. What is the taste of Ulluco often described as?
A) Extremely spicy
B) Bitter and sour
C) Earthy and slightly sweet
D) Bland and tasteless
  • 10. What is a key factor when classifying Ulluco varieties?
A) Root depth
B) Tuber color
C) Leaf size
D) Stem thickness
  • 11. What is the primary growing season for Ulluco?
A) Cool season
B) Hot season
C) Dry season
D) Rainy season
  • 12. How are Ulluco tubers typically prepared for cooking?
A) Boiled, steamed, or fried
B) Eaten raw
C) Dried and powdered
D) Fermented
  • 13. What distinguishes Ulluco from potatoes?
A) Starchy texture
B) Rough skin
C) Waxy texture and mucilage
D) Higher sugar content
  • 14. Where in the plant are Ulluco tubers formed?
A) On roots
B) On branches
C) Inside fruits
D) Underground stems
  • 15. What is the significance of the 'eyes' on a tuber?
A) They are pores for respiration
B) They indicate rot
C) They are insect entry points
D) They are buds that sprout new plants
  • 16. What environmental condition is crucial for Ulluco tuber development?
A) Long day length
B) Strong winds
C) High humidity
D) Short day length
  • 17. What is a common pest that affects Ulluco?
A) Aphids
B) Grasshoppers
C) Beetles
D) Snails
  • 18. What role do farmers have in maintaining Ulluco diversity?
A) Importing new varieties
B) Using only hybrid seeds
C) Ignoring local landraces
D) Selecting and saving seeds/tubers
  • 19. What nutritional benefit is Ulluco known for?
A) High protein content
B) High iron content
C) High fat content
D) High vitamin C content
  • 20. Which of the following describes the shape of some Ulluco tubers?
A) Always perfectly spherical
B) Always long and straight
C) Round, oblong, or curved
D) Cylindrical
  • 21. What is the purpose of curing Ulluco tubers after harvest?
A) To remove toxins
B) To improve storage life
C) To change their color
D) To make them sweeter
  • 22. How does altitude affect the growth of Ulluco?
A) Altitude has no effect
B) Grows best at high altitudes
C) Grows best at sea level
D) Grows best at low altitudes
  • 23. What soil type is best suited for Ulluco cultivation?
A) Sandy, dry soil
B) Clay, waterlogged soil
C) Well-drained, fertile soil
D) Rocky soil
  • 24. What is a synonym for 'landrace' when referring to crops?
A) Global variety
B) Local variety
C) Hybrid variety
D) Genetically modified variety
  • 25. What impact does mucilage have on the cooking of Ulluco?
A) Requires more cooking time
B) Makes them very hard
C) Makes them turn black
D) Requires less cooking time
  • 26. What is a primary consideration for storing Ulluco tubers?
A) Submerged in water
B) Warm, bright, and humid conditions
C) Cool, dark, and dry conditions
D) In direct sunlight
  • 27. What is the effect of frost on Ulluco plants and tubers?
A) Improves their growth
B) Damages or kills them
C) Has no effect
D) Makes them sweeter
  • 28. How can you tell if an Ulluco tuber is rotting?
A) Soft spots or unusual smell
B) Larger size
C) Brighter color
D) Increased firmness
  • 29. What is the relationship between Ulluco and Basella alba?
A) A synonym for the same plant
B) A species within the same genus
C) Incorrect relationship
D) A hybrid of the two
  • 30. Why is it important to maintain genetic diversity in Ulluco crops?
A) Easier to grow in all conditions
B) Uniform appearance
C) Increased resilience to pests and diseases
D) Decreased yield
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