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