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How to Cultivate Star Apples - Test
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  • 1. What is the scientific name of the star apple?
A) Mangifera indica
B) Chrysophyllum cainito
C) Citrus sinensis
D) Malus domestica
  • 2. What climate is best suited for growing star apples?
A) Desert
B) Tropical and subtropical
C) Arctic
D) Temperate
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for star apple trees?
A) 9.5-10.5
B) 8.0-9.0
C) 6.0-7.5
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 4. How much sunlight do star apple trees need?
A) Dappled sunlight
B) Full shade
C) Partial shade
D) Full sun
  • 5. What is a common method of propagating star apple trees?
A) Seed propagation only
B) Division
C) Air layering only
D) Grafting
  • 6. How often should young star apple trees be watered?
A) Daily, regardless of soil moisture
B) Regularly, keeping the soil moist
C) Once a month
D) Only when the soil is completely dry
  • 7. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for star apple trees?
A) High phosphorus fertilizer
B) Balanced fertilizer
C) High nitrogen fertilizer
D) High potassium fertilizer
  • 8. When is the best time to prune star apple trees?
A) During flowering
B) During fruiting
C) After harvest
D) Anytime
  • 9. What is a common pest that affects star apple trees?
A) Scale insects
B) Ladybugs
C) Praying mantis
D) Earthworms
  • 10. What is a common disease that affects star apple trees?
A) Rust
B) Black spot
C) Anthracnose
D) Powdery mildew
  • 11. How long does it typically take for a grafted star apple tree to bear fruit?
A) 1-2 years
B) 6-8 years
C) 3-5 years
D) 10+ years
  • 12. What is the best way to harvest star apples?
A) By shaking the tree
B) By waiting for the fruit to fall to the ground
C) By cutting the fruit off with shears
D) By hand, when the fruit changes color and is slightly soft
  • 13. What color are the leaves of a star apple tree typically?
A) Blue
B) Green and bronze
C) Red
D) Yellow
  • 14. What is a characteristic feature of star apple fruit when cut in half?
A) No discernible pattern
B) Square pattern
C) Circular pattern
D) Star-shaped pattern
  • 15. How should star apples be stored after harvest?
A) In a humid environment
B) At room temperature or in the refrigerator
C) In direct sunlight
D) In a freezer
  • 16. What is a benefit of growing star apple trees?
A) Grows extremely quickly
B) Requires no maintenance
C) Attractive ornamental tree
D) Repels all insects
  • 17. What type of soil drainage is preferred for star apple trees?
A) Constantly soggy
B) Well-drained
C) Poorly drained
D) Extremely dry
  • 18. What type of root system do star apple trees have?
A) Fibrous
B) Deep and extensive
C) Shallow
D) Taproot only
  • 19. Why is proper spacing important when planting star apple trees?
A) To encourage root competition
B) To limit fruit production
C) To allow for adequate sunlight and air circulation
D) To make harvesting easier
  • 20. What is the role of mulching around star apple trees?
A) To compact the soil
B) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
C) To attract pests
D) To reflect sunlight away from the tree
  • 21. What does 'thinning' fruit refer to?
A) Adding fertilizer to promote fruit growth
B) Pruning branches to reduce fruit production
C) Protecting the fruit from pests
D) Removing some fruits to improve the size and quality of the remaining ones
  • 22. Which of the following is NOT a common use of star apples?
A) Juice
B) Eating fresh
C) Making paper
D) Making desserts
  • 23. What does 'hardening off' refer to in plant cultivation?
A) Applying fertilizer to harden the stems
B) Gradually exposing young plants to outdoor conditions
C) Spraying plants with pesticides to protect them from pests
D) Pruning the roots to prevent them from growing too quickly
  • 24. What type of fertilizer is best to use after transplanting?
A) Low-nitrogen fertilizer to promote root growth
B) A fertilizer rich in phosphorus and potassium
C) Any fertilizer is fine.
D) High-nitrogen fertilizer to promote leafy growth
  • 25. What is the purpose of staking a young star apple tree?
A) To attract pollinators
B) To provide support and protect it from wind damage
C) To prevent it from growing too tall
D) To force it to grow in a specific direction
  • 26. How do you encourage branching?
A) Pinch the tip of new stems
B) Do not prune
C) Water frequently
D) Apply a lot of nitrogen
  • 27. What is an indicator that a star apple is ripe?
A) The fruit is still hard and green
B) The fruit has a strong, sweet smell
C) The fruit falls off the tree on its own
D) The fruit changes color and becomes slightly soft to the touch
  • 28. Why is it important to remove any weeds around the base of a star apple tree?
A) To attract beneficial insects
B) To reduce competition for nutrients and water
C) To improve the appearance of the tree
D) To increase soil temperature
  • 29. What should you do if you notice signs of a pest infestation on your star apple tree?
A) Ignore the problem and hope it goes away on its own
B) Apply a strong chemical pesticide without identifying the pest
C) Identify the pest and apply an appropriate treatment, such as insecticidal soap
D) Immediately cut down the tree to prevent the pests from spreading
  • 30. What causes the star apple to have a slightly astringent taste?
A) Tannins in the skin and flesh
B) Lack of water
C) High sugar content
D) The specific rootstock
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