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How to Identify and Classify Bok Choy - Quiz
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  • 1. What family does Bok Choy belong to?
A) Poaceae
B) Asteraceae
C) Brassicaceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 2. Bok Choy is a type of:
A) Spinach
B) Chinese cabbage
C) Kale
D) Lettuce
  • 3. What is the scientific name for Bok Choy?
A) Brassica oleracea
B) Lactuca sativa
C) Brassica rapa subsp. chinensis
D) Spinacia oleracea
  • 4. What is the defining characteristic of Bok Choy's leaves?
A) Reddish-purple leaves with thin stalks
B) Long, needle-like leaves
C) Frilly, light green leaves
D) Dark green leaves with thick, white stalks
  • 5. What is the primary color of Bok Choy stalks?
A) Purple
B) Green
C) Yellow
D) White
  • 6. What does the term 'Bok Choy' literally mean in Cantonese?
A) White vegetable
B) Green vegetable
C) Round vegetable
D) Crisp vegetable
  • 7. What is a common variety of Bok Choy?
A) Iceberg Bok Choy
B) Roma Bok Choy
C) Shanghai Bok Choy
D) Boston Bok Choy
  • 8. Shanghai Bok Choy is known for having what color stalks?
A) Yellow
B) Purple
C) Light green
D) White
  • 9. What is a key difference between Bok Choy and Napa Cabbage?
A) Bok Choy is round, Napa is long.
B) Bok Choy is yellow, Napa is green.
C) There is no difference.
D) Bok Choy has distinct stalks, Napa is tightly headed.
  • 10. How are Bok Choy leaves typically attached?
A) In a rosette formation
B) Randomly scattered
C) In a spiral
D) On a single stem
  • 11. What is the typical size of a mature Bok Choy plant?
A) 1-2 feet
B) 6-12 inches
C) 3-4 feet
D) 2-3 inches
  • 12. How can you distinguish between mature and immature Bok Choy?
A) Mature Bok Choy has larger, tougher leaves
B) Mature Bok Choy is brighter green
C) There is no visual difference
D) Immature Bok Choy has whiter stalks
  • 13. What kind of environment does Bok Choy thrive in?
A) Cool weather
B) Hot, humid weather
C) Tropical weather
D) Dry, arid weather
  • 14. What is a common pest that affects Bok Choy?
A) Earthworms
B) Ladybugs
C) Bees
D) Aphids
  • 15. Which part of the Bok Choy plant is edible?
A) Only the leaves
B) Only the roots
C) Only the stalks
D) Both leaves and stalks
  • 16. What is the texture of Bok Choy stalks?
A) Slimy
B) Mushy
C) Crisp
D) Soft
  • 17. What is the general flavor profile of Bok Choy?
A) Bitter and pungent
B) Mild and slightly peppery
C) Sour and tangy
D) Sweet and fruity
  • 18. How does baby Bok Choy differ from mature Bok Choy?
A) Tougher leaves, less flavor
B) Smaller, more tender leaves
C) Thicker stalks
D) Darker green color
  • 19. What is one way Bok Choy is commonly prepared in Asian cuisine?
A) Fried
B) Stir-fried
C) Boiled
D) Baked
  • 20. Compared to regular Bok Choy, Gai Lan (Chinese Broccoli) has:
A) Same characteristics as Bok Choy
B) No stalks at all
C) Thicker stalks and smaller leaves
D) Thinner stalks and larger leaves
  • 21. What nutrient is Bok Choy a good source of?
A) Vitamin K
B) Vitamin B12
C) Vitamin D
D) Vitamin A
  • 22. How does bolting affect Bok Choy?
A) Has no effect
B) Makes the leaves bitter
C) Makes the leaves sweeter
D) Makes the stalks tougher
  • 23. What should you look for when selecting Bok Choy in a store?
A) Firm stalks and vibrant leaves
B) Yellowing leaves
C) Brown spots on the stalks
D) Wilted leaves and soft stalks
  • 24. How should Bok Choy be stored in the refrigerator?
A) Loosely wrapped in a plastic bag
B) Submerged in water
C) In an airtight container
D) Unwrapped
  • 25. What is the best way to clean Bok Choy?
A) Wipe with a dry cloth
B) Soak in warm water with soap
C) Boil for 5 minutes
D) Rinse thoroughly under cold water
  • 26. What part of the Bok Choy should be cut off before cooking?
A) The top of the leaves
B) All of the stalks
C) No part needs to be cut off
D) The very bottom of the stem
  • 27. Which of these is NOT a common name for Bok Choy?
A) Pak Choi
B) Chinese White Cabbage
C) White Mustard Cabbage
D) Daikon Cabbage
  • 28. Why is it important to wash Bok Choy thoroughly?
A) To remove dirt and grit
B) To prevent bolting
C) To increase its shelf life
D) To make it sweeter
  • 29. How does cooking affect the flavor of Bok Choy?
A) It becomes milder
B) It becomes sweeter
C) It becomes spicier
D) It becomes more bitter
  • 30. What is the flowering stalk of Bok Choy called?
A) Rapini
B) Radicchio
C) Kohlrabi
D) Celeriac
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