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How to Identify and Classify Plantains
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What family do plantains belong to?
A) Solanaceae
B) Poaceae
C) Musaceae
D) Fabaceae
  • 2. Plantains are often confused with which fruit?
A) Apples
B) Pears
C) Oranges
D) Bananas
  • 3. How are plantains typically consumed?
A) Cooked
B) Raw
C) Dried
D) Pickled
  • 4. What is the primary carbohydrate in plantains?
A) Fructose
B) Glucose
C) Starch
D) Sucrose
  • 5. Plantains are a staple food in which region?
A) Desert regions
B) Arctic regions
C) Temperate regions
D) Tropical regions
  • 6. What color is a ripe plantain?
A) Red
B) Green
C) Black or very dark brown
D) Yellow
  • 7. What is the texture of a plantain when raw?
A) Starchy and hard
B) Mushy and sour
C) Soft and sweet
D) Juicy and tangy
  • 8. Which of the following is a common cooking method for plantains?
A) Steaming (for raw consumption)
B) Boiling (for raw consumption)
C) Microwaving (for raw consumption)
D) Frying
  • 9. Compared to bananas, plantains are typically...
A) Larger and tougher
B) Smaller and softer
C) Sweeter and less starchy
D) More colorful
  • 10. What nutrient are plantains a good source of?
A) Potassium
B) Vitamin A
C) Calcium
D) Vitamin C
  • 11. What is a young, green plantain often called?
A) Green plantain
B) Red plantain
C) Black plantain
D) Yellow plantain
  • 12. A plantain with some black spots and mostly yellow is considered...
A) Overripe
B) Ripe
C) Unripe
D) Rotten
  • 13. Which part of the plantain is typically used for consumption?
A) Fruit
B) Roots
C) Stem
D) Leaves
  • 14. What climate is best for growing plantains?
A) Arctic
B) Tropical
C) Desert
D) Temperate
  • 15. The taste of a cooked green plantain is often described as...
A) Bitter
B) Savory
C) Sour
D) Sweet
  • 16. Which continent is a major producer of plantains?
A) Africa
B) Australia
C) Asia
D) Europe
  • 17. What is the term for plantains that have been pounded and fried?
A) Alcapurrias
B) Maduros
C) Mofongo
D) Tostones
  • 18. What is the term for ripe plantains that are fried?
A) Maduros
B) Tostones
C) Mofongo
D) Alcapurrias
  • 19. What is the role of plantains in some traditional diets?
A) A staple carbohydrate source
B) A source of processed sugar
C) A rare delicacy
D) A medicinal herb
  • 20. Compared to bananas, plantains have a higher...
A) Starch content
B) Sugar content
C) Fiber content
D) Water content
  • 21. The scientific name for a common plantain variety is Musa paradisiaca, which is related to:
A) Banana species
B) Apple species
C) Potato species
D) Orange species
  • 22. Which part of the world relies heavily on plantains as a food security crop?
A) North America
B) Central Asia
C) Northern Europe
D) Sub-Saharan Africa
  • 23. What does 'climacteric fruit' mean in relation to plantains?
A) Ripens underwater
B) Ripens after harvesting
C) Ripens only on the plant
D) Does not ripen
  • 24. Which of these cooking oils is commonly used for frying plantains?
A) Olive oil
B) Vegetable oil
C) Sesame oil
D) Flaxseed oil
  • 25. What is the shelf life of a plantain typically like compared to other fruits?
A) Indefinite
B) Longer
C) Shorter
D) About the same
  • 26. A diseased plantain plant will often show what visible symptom?
A) Dark green stems
B) Yellowing leaves
C) Increased fruit production
D) Bright pink flowers
  • 27. What is a common pest that affects plantain plants?
A) Earthworms
B) Ladybugs
C) Nematodes
D) Butterflies
  • 28. Which preparation method helps to reduce the bitterness of unripe plantains?
A) Adding sugar
B) Freezing
C) Soaking in saltwater
D) Baking
  • 29. In some cultures, plantain leaves are used for:
A) Wrapping food
B) Creating dyes
C) Making tea
D) Building houses
  • 30. Why is it important to choose the right maturity stage for plantains before cooking?
A) To prevent spoilage
B) To extend the shelf life
C) To increase nutritional value
D) To achieve the desired taste and texture
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