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