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