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How to Identify and Classify Green Peas
Contributed by: Crossley
  • 1. What family do green peas belong to?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Leguminosae (Fabaceae)
C) Solanaceae
D) Asteraceae
  • 2. What is the primary pigment responsible for the green color of peas?
A) Chlorophyll
B) Carotenoid
C) Anthocyanin
D) Betalain
  • 3. Which of these is a common variety of green peas?
A) Butternut Squash
B) Roma Tomato
C) Russet Potato
D) Sugar Snap
  • 4. What part of the pea plant is typically consumed?
A) The stem
B) The seeds inside the pod
C) The roots
D) The leaves
  • 5. What is the ideal temperature range for growing green peas?
A) 35-40°C (95-104°F)
B) 5-10°C (41-50°F)
C) 13-18°C (55-64°F)
D) 27-32°C (80-90°F)
  • 6. What type of soil is best for growing peas?
A) Sandy soil
B) Heavy clay soil
C) Rocky soil
D) Well-drained, loamy soil
  • 7. What is the approximate germination time for pea seeds?
A) 21-28 days
B) 30-45 days
C) 1-2 days
D) 7-14 days
  • 8. Which of these is a common disease affecting pea plants?
A) Powdery Mildew
B) Blossom End Rot
C) Late Blight
D) Black Rot
  • 9. What type of growth habit do pea plants typically exhibit?
A) Vining
B) Ground Cover
C) Tree-like
D) Bush
  • 10. How do you determine when peas are ready to harvest?
A) Pods are completely dried out
B) Pods are small and flat
C) Pods are plump and filled with peas
D) Pods are turning brown
  • 11. What is a 'pea tendril'?
A) A flower bud
B) A modified leaf used for climbing
C) A type of seed
D) A root extension
  • 12. Which nutrient do peas help to fix in the soil?
A) Calcium
B) Phosphorus
C) Nitrogen
D) Potassium
  • 13. What is the meaning of 'shelling peas'?
A) Washing the peas
B) Planting the pea seeds
C) Cooking the peas
D) Removing the peas from the pod
  • 14. Which type of pea is edible with its pod?
A) Field Pea
B) English Pea
C) Dried Pea
D) Snap Pea
  • 15. What is the primary storage method for preserving harvested peas?
A) Sun-drying
B) Pickling
C) Fermenting
D) Freezing
  • 16. Which pest commonly affects pea plants?
A) Beetles
B) Aphids
C) Grasshoppers
D) Snails
  • 17. What is the role of inoculant when planting peas?
A) Prevents disease
B) Enhances nitrogen fixation
C) Increases plant height
D) Promotes faster germination
  • 18. What is the seed color of most common green pea varieties?
A) Black
B) Yellow
C) Green
D) Brown
  • 19. What is the botanical name for garden pea?
A) Glycine max
B) Phaseolus vulgaris
C) Vicia faba
D) Pisum sativum
  • 20. What is the purpose of staking or trellising pea plants?
A) Provide support for climbing
B) Increase air circulation
C) Protect from sunlight
D) Prevent weed growth
  • 21. What is the term for dried peas used in soups?
A) English Peas
B) Split Peas
C) Field Peas
D) Snow Peas
  • 22. What is the approximate plant height of dwarf pea varieties?
A) Over 3 meters (10 feet)
B) 5-10 cm (2-4 inches)
C) 30-60 cm (1-2 feet)
D) 1-2 meters (3-6 feet)
  • 23. What is the best time of year to plant peas in cool climates?
A) Late Autumn
B) Early Spring
C) Mid-Winter
D) Late Summer
  • 24. Which of the following is a symptom of pea enation mosaic virus?
A) Yellowing of leaves
B) White powdery coating
C) Swollen, distorted veins
D) Stunted growth
  • 25. How does crop rotation help with pea cultivation?
A) Increases sunlight exposure
B) Reduces soilborne diseases
C) Improves water drainage
D) Attracts beneficial insects
  • 26. What is the role of bees in pea pollination?
A) They help distribute seeds
B) They are the primary pollinators
C) Bees are not essential for pollination
D) They protect the flowers from pests
  • 27. What is the function of root nodules in pea plants?
A) Absorb nutrients from the soil
B) Harbor nitrogen-fixing bacteria
C) Store water
D) Anchor the plant
  • 28. Which characteristic is NOT typically used to classify pea varieties?
A) Plant height
B) Flower color
C) Seed size
D) Pod shape
  • 29. What is 'pea protein' commonly used for?
A) Plant-based protein source
B) Insect repellent
C) Soil amendment
D) Natural food coloring
  • 30. How does adequate watering contribute to pea quality?
A) Faster germination rates
B) Plumper peas and better pod development
C) Brighter green color
D) Increased resistance to pests
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