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How to Identify and Classify Kidney Beans
Contributed by: Crossley
  • 1. Which of these is a characteristic color associated with kidney beans?
A) Bright Green
B) Sky Blue
C) Pale Yellow
D) Deep Red
  • 2. What is the typical shape of a kidney bean?
A) Spherical
B) Kidney-shaped
C) Triangular
D) Square
  • 3. What is the size range for typical kidney beans?
A) Very Small
B) Extremely Large
C) Medium to Large
D) Microscopic
  • 4. What is the texture of a dried kidney bean?
A) Smooth
B) Sticky
C) Rough
D) Bumpy
  • 5. A 'Dark Red Kidney Bean' is characterized by:
A) A light pink hue
B) A deep, almost maroon color
C) Stripes
D) A mottled appearance
  • 6. What differentiates 'Light Red Kidney Beans' from 'Dark Red Kidney Beans'?
A) Shape
B) Color intensity
C) Size
D) Nutritional Value
  • 7. Which type of kidney bean is the largest?
A) Light Red Kidney Bean
B) White Kidney Bean
C) Giant Kidney Bean
D) Dark Red Kidney Bean
  • 8. What other bean is often confused with kidney beans due to similar shape and usage?
A) Pinto Bean
B) Lima Bean
C) Cranberry Bean
D) Navy Bean
  • 9. If a bean is mottled with red and white, is it likely a kidney bean?
A) No
B) Only if very small
C) Only if perfectly round
D) Yes, always
  • 10. What is a common use for kidney beans in cooking?
A) Lemonade
B) Chili
C) Mashed Potatoes
D) Peanut Butter
  • 11. What is the primary source of the color in red kidney beans?
A) Carotenoids
B) Melanin
C) Anthocyanins
D) Chlorophyll
  • 12. Which characteristic is NOT helpful in identifying kidney beans?
A) Color
B) Size
C) Shape
D) Smell
  • 13. Which country is NOT a major producer of kidney beans?
A) Brazil
B) Iceland
C) India
D) Myanmar
  • 14. What should you always do to kidney beans before cooking?
A) Microwave them
B) Grind them into flour
C) Soak them
D) Fry them
  • 15. Why must kidney beans be fully cooked before eating?
A) To soften the bean
B) To improve taste
C) To remove toxins
D) To make them easier to digest
  • 16. The toxin present in raw kidney beans is called:
A) Oxalic acid
B) Phytohaemagglutinin
C) Cyanide
D) Solanine
  • 17. Which of these best describes 'White Kidney Beans'?
A) Black color and earthy flavor
B) Bright red color and spicy flavor
C) Green color and bitter flavor
D) Creamy white color and mild flavor
  • 18. What is the term used to describe different varieties of the same type of bean?
A) Cultivar
B) Genus
C) Species
D) Family
  • 19. Which bean is most similar in size to a Light Red Kidney Bean?
A) Lima Bean
B) Cannellini Bean
C) Pinto Bean
D) Navy Bean
  • 20. What is the scientific name for the common bean species that includes kidney beans?
A) Vicia faba
B) Cicer arietinum
C) Glycine max
D) Phaseolus vulgaris
  • 21. Are kidney beans a good source of protein?
A) Only if organic
B) No
C) Yes
D) Only if cooked in a specific way
  • 22. Compared to other beans, how does kidney beans' fiber content rank?
A) About Average
B) Nonexistent
C) High
D) Low
  • 23. Which climate is best suited for growing kidney beans?
A) Cold climate
B) Desert climate
C) Warm climate
D) Polar climate
  • 24. What soil type is ideal for kidney bean cultivation?
A) Sandy soil
B) Waterlogged soil
C) Rocky soil
D) Well-drained soil
  • 25. Which bean disease affects kidney beans?
A) Bean common mosaic virus
B) Citrus canker
C) Apple scab
D) Potato blight
  • 26. What is the primary use of kidney beans in vegetarian diets?
A) Sweetener
B) Coloring agent
C) Thickening agent
D) Protein source
  • 27. What is a common ingredient paired with kidney beans in Mexican cuisine?
A) Maple syrup
B) Peanut butter
C) Whipped cream
D) Chili peppers
  • 28. Which preparation method best reduces the risk of phytohaemagglutinin poisoning?
A) Microwaving for 2 minutes
B) Soaking in cold water only
C) Boiling for at least 10 minutes
D) Steaming for 5 minutes
  • 29. Which of these is NOT a common form in which kidney beans are sold?
A) Dried
B) Canned
C) Pickled
D) Frozen
  • 30. How can you tell if dried kidney beans are fresh?
A) Dull color and wrinkled skin
B) Soft texture
C) Bright color and unwrinkled skin
D) Strong aroma
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