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How to Identify and Classify Pineapples - Exam
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  • 1. Which of these is NOT a common characteristic of pineapples?
A) Rounded fruit
B) Tough, waxy skin
C) Fibrous flesh
D) Spiky leaves
  • 2. Pineapples belong to which plant family?
A) Solanaceae
B) Poaceae
C) Rosaceae
D) Bromeliaceae
  • 3. What is the most common method of pineapple propagation?
A) Root cuttings
B) Air layering
C) Crown cuttings
D) Seed sowing
  • 4. Which country is currently the world's largest producer of pineapples?
A) Thailand
B) Costa Rica
C) India
D) Philippines
  • 5. What is the 'slip' of a pineapple plant?
A) A small plant that grows from the stem
B) The core of the pineapple fruit
C) A type of pineapple disease
D) The flower of the pineapple plant
  • 6. Which of these is a common pineapple cultivar?
A) Valencia
B) Granny Smith
C) Red Delicious
D) Smooth Cayenne
  • 7. What is the ideal climate for pineapple cultivation?
A) Arid
B) Temperate
C) Alpine
D) Tropical
  • 8. What type of soil is best for pineapple growth?
A) Well-drained, sandy loam
B) Saline soil
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Waterlogged soil
  • 9. Which vitamin is pineapple a good source of?
A) Vitamin B12
B) Vitamin A
C) Vitamin C
D) Vitamin D
  • 10. What is the name of the enzyme found in pineapple that aids digestion?
A) Protease
B) Lipase
C) Bromelain
D) Amylase
  • 11. What is the 'eye' of a pineapple?
A) One of the individual segments on the fruit's surface
B) A small insect that infests pineapples
C) The base of the pineapple crown
D) The point where the slip emerges
  • 12. What does 'ratooning' refer to in pineapple farming?
A) Controlling pests in pineapple fields
B) Allowing new plants to grow from the base of harvested plants
C) The process of fertilizing pineapple plants
D) Harvesting pineapples early
  • 13. Which of these is a disease that affects pineapple plants?
A) Black Spot
B) Powdery Mildew
C) Leaf Rust
D) Heart Rot
  • 14. What is the typical pH range for pineapple soil?
A) 4.0 - 5.0
B) 5.5 - 6.5
C) 7.0 - 8.0
D) 8.5 - 9.5
  • 15. What part of the pineapple plant develops into the fruit?
A) The stem
B) The roots
C) The leaves
D) The inflorescence
  • 16. Which pineapple variety is known for its low acidity?
A) Smooth Cayenne
B) Queen Victoria
C) Red Spanish
D) MD-2
  • 17. What is the role of 'forcing' in pineapple cultivation?
A) Preventing pest infestations
B) Improving soil drainage
C) Inducing flowering
D) Increasing fruit size
  • 18. What gas is commonly used for forcing pineapples?
A) Carbon dioxide
B) Oxygen
C) Nitrogen
D) Ethylene
  • 19. How can you tell if a pineapple is ripe by smell?
A) No smell at all
B) A sweet aroma at the base
C) A grassy smell
D) A strong, acidic smell
  • 20. Which of these is a use for pineapple waste products?
A) Fuel source
B) Fertilizer
C) All of the above
D) Animal feed
  • 21. Which country is known for the 'Queen Victoria' pineapple?
A) Ecuador
B) Mauritius
C) Brazil
D) Hawaii
  • 22. What does the 'crown' of the pineapple refer to?
A) The flowering part of the plant
B) The leafy top of the fruit
C) The base of the fruit
D) The hard outer shell
  • 23. What is the main symptom of 'butt rot' in pineapples?
A) Wilting of the crown
B) Stunted growth
C) Rotting at the base of the fruit
D) Yellowing of the leaves
  • 24. Which of these pests commonly affects pineapple crops?
A) Whiteflies
B) Mealybugs
C) Spider mites
D) Aphids
  • 25. How does altitude affect pineapple cultivation?
A) Lower altitudes are preferred
B) Altitude has no effect
C) Moderate altitudes are always best
D) Higher altitudes are preferred
  • 26. What is the purpose of waxing pineapples after harvest?
A) To improve the taste
B) To reduce water loss and extend shelf life
C) To prevent pest infestation
D) To add color
  • 27. What is a 'sucker' in pineapple growing?
A) A shoot that grows from the base of the plant or fruit
B) A method of irrigation
C) A type of fertilizer used for pineapples
D) A tool used for harvesting pineapples
  • 28. Which color does a ripe 'Smooth Cayenne' pineapple typically turn?
A) Green
B) Red
C) Yellowish-orange
D) Brown
  • 29. What is the purpose of ridging in pineapple farming?
A) To prevent soil erosion
B) To improve drainage
C) To increase soil fertility
D) To provide support for the plants
  • 30. What is the approximate time from planting to harvest for a pineapple?
A) 6-9 months
B) 12-18 months
C) 3-6 months
D) 24-36 months
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