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How to Identify and Classify Green Beans
Contributed by: Crossley
  • 1. Which of these is a primary visual characteristic of a green bean?
A) Long, slender pods
B) Bright red color
C) Covered in thorns
D) Round, bulbous shape
  • 2. What color are mature green beans typically?
A) Purple
B) Brown
C) Yellow
D) Green
  • 3. What is the texture of a fresh green bean pod?
A) Slimy and slippery
B) Smooth and firm
C) Soft and mushy
D) Rough and bumpy
  • 4. If a green bean pod is significantly bulging, what does this indicate?
A) Ideal ripeness
B) Lack of nutrients
C) Insect infestation
D) Over-maturity
  • 5. What should be the snap of a fresh green bean?
A) Crisp and clean
B) Rubbery and resistant
C) No snap at all
D) Dull and muted
  • 6. What is a common name for green beans?
A) String beans
B) Snap peas
C) Edamame
D) Lima beans
  • 7. What family of plants do green beans belong to?
A) Nightshade
B) Cucurbit
C) Legume
D) Brassica
  • 8. What is the typical length of a green bean pod?
A) 4-7 inches
B) 10-12 inches
C) 20-24 inches
D) 1-2 inches
  • 9. Which type of green bean is known for its thin, tender pods?
A) Kentucky Wonder
B) Romano Bean
C) Butter Bean
D) Haricots Verts
  • 10. What is the main difference between bush beans and pole beans?
A) Pod color
B) Seed size
C) Flowering time
D) Growth habit
  • 11. Which bean requires a trellis for support?
A) Soybean
B) Pole bean
C) Fava bean
D) Bush bean
  • 12. What is a common variety of bush bean?
A) Blue Lake Pole
B) Provider
C) Scarlet Runner
D) Kentucky Wonder
  • 13. What does 'fiber' in a green bean indicate?
A) Water content
B) Freshness and tenderness
C) Nutrient richness
D) Age and toughness
  • 14. Which of these is NOT a common way to eat green beans?
A) Roasted
B) Raw with the pod
C) Sauteed
D) Steamed
  • 15. Which of the following features is LEAST important for identifying a green bean?
A) Root structure
B) Texture
C) Pod color
D) Pod shape
  • 16. What is a sign of disease or damage in green beans?
A) Uniform green color
B) Dark spots
C) Firm texture
D) Smooth skin
  • 17. How should green beans be stored for optimal freshness?
A) In direct sunlight
B) Refrigerated
C) At room temperature
D) In a paper bag in a warm place
  • 18. Why is it important to remove the 'string' from some older varieties of green beans?
A) To prevent the bean from sprouting
B) To enhance flavor
C) To improve texture
D) To remove pesticides
  • 19. What is the ideal moisture content of green beans for freshness?
A) Zero
B) Variable
C) Low
D) High
  • 20. What kind of bean is the 'Romano' bean?
A) Spotted bean
B) Dotted bean
C) Flat bean
D) Round bean
  • 21. Which of these is a sign of overripe green bean?
A) Long size
B) Bright green
C) Bulging seeds
D) Crisp Snap
  • 22. What is blanching?
A) Air drying
B) Brief boiling
C) Deep frying
D) Sun drying
  • 23. Why are bean plants considered beneficial to soil health?
A) Fix nitrogen
B) Introduce acidity
C) Require lots of water
D) Deplete nitrogen
  • 24. What is the seed color of a Kentucky Wonder bean?
A) White
B) Black
C) Brown
D) Green
  • 25. Which is a sign of under-watering of a green bean plant?
A) Rapid Growth
B) Large Pods
C) Stunted Growth
D) Bright Color
  • 26. What part of the green bean is typically eaten?
A) The stem
B) The root
C) The leaves
D) The pod
  • 27. Which of these nutrients are green beans a good source of?
A) Iron
B) Vitamin K
C) Calcium
D) Vitamin B12
  • 28. When do green beans typically flower?
A) Late Spring/Early Summer
B) Early Spring
C) Winter
D) Late Fall
  • 29. If a green bean has a shriveled look, what does it mean?
A) It's not safe
B) It's old
C) It's fresh
D) It's a new variety
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