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How to harvest and cook wild greens
Contributed by: Roe
  • 1. What is the most crucial step before harvesting any wild greens?
A) Washing the greens thoroughly
B) Positive identification of the plant
C) Checking the soil pH
D) Wearing gloves
  • 2. Which tool is most useful for harvesting larger quantities of wild greens?
A) A trowel
B) A sharp knife or scissors
C) A rake
D) A shovel
  • 3. What time of day is generally best for harvesting wild greens?
A) Evening
B) Late afternoon
C) Early morning
D) Midday
  • 4. What part of the plant should you typically avoid harvesting?
A) The oldest leaves
B) The newest leaves
C) Greens near roadsides or treated areas
D) The flower buds
  • 5. Which of these is a sign that a wild green may be unsafe to eat?
A) Discoloration or unusual odor
B) Small size
C) Presence of small insects
D) Slightly bitter taste
  • 6. What is 'blanching' in the context of cooking greens?
A) Briefly boiling and then shocking in ice water
B) Sautéing in butter
C) Adding to a salad raw
D) Baking at a low temperature
  • 7. Why is blanching often recommended for wild greens?
A) To reduce bitterness and tenderize
B) To add flavor
C) To make them easier to identify
D) To increase nutrient content
  • 8. Which cooking method is best for retaining the most nutrients in wild greens?
A) Roasting
B) Steaming
C) Frying
D) Boiling
  • 9. What type of oil is generally recommended for sautéing wild greens?
A) Motor oil
B) Coconut oil
C) Olive oil
D) Vegetable oil
  • 10. What is a common ingredient to add to sautéed wild greens for flavor?
A) Food coloring
B) Garlic
C) Bleach
D) Sugar
  • 11. Which of the following wild greens is known for its slightly lemony flavor?
A) Burdock
B) Plantain
C) Dandelion
D) Sheep Sorrel
  • 12. Which wild green is often used in soups and stews?
A) Nettles
B) Wood Sorrel
C) Purslane
D) Chickweed
  • 13. What safety precaution should you take when handling nettles?
A) Rub them with oil before handling
B) Wear gloves to avoid stinging
C) Soak them in vinegar before handling
D) Freeze them before handling
  • 14. Which of these is a common way to preserve wild greens?
A) Burying them in soil
B) Drying
C) Leaving them in water
D) Refrigerating for months
  • 15. When drying wild greens, what is important to ensure?
A) Proper ventilation to prevent mold
B) Freezing temperatures
C) Direct sunlight
D) High humidity
  • 16. Which wild green is sometimes used as a spinach substitute?
A) Kudzu
B) Pokeweed
C) Cattail
D) Lamb's Quarters
  • 17. Why is it important to harvest sustainably?
A) To attract more wildlife
B) To make the greens taste better
C) To ensure the plant population can regenerate
D) To avoid legal issues
  • 18. What does harvesting sustainably mean in practice?
A) Transplanting the greens to your garden
B) Taking all the greens from one area
C) Taking only a small percentage of the available greens
D) Burning the area after harvesting
  • 19. Which of these greens is best used raw in small quantities due to oxalic acid content?
A) Spinach
B) Kale
C) Wood Sorrel
D) Mustard greens
  • 20. What is a 'weed and feed' product?
A) A type of edible wild green
B) A tool for harvesting wild greens
C) A fertilizer for wild greens
D) A lawn treatment that can contaminate wild greens
  • 21. What is the best container to store harvested wild greens in while transporting them?
A) A sealed plastic bag
B) Wrapped in newspaper
C) A breathable bag or basket
D) A metal container
  • 22. What is the purpose of a 'foraging guide'?
A) To find hiking trails
B) To help identify edible plants
C) To learn how to garden
D) To find the best prices on groceries
  • 23. What is a good way to prepare dandelion greens to reduce their bitterness?
A) Boil them in multiple changes of water.
B) Bake them at high heat.
C) Eat them raw with vinegar.
D) Fry them in sugar.
  • 24. What is an important factor to consider when choosing a harvesting location?
A) How easy it is to access the location
B) Potential for pesticide or herbicide contamination
C) How many other people are foraging there
D) The weather forecast
  • 25. What should you do if you are unsure about the identification of a wild green?
A) Do not eat it
B) Try a small amount and wait for a reaction
C) Trust your instincts
D) Ask a random passerby
  • 26. What is the benefit of adding an acidic ingredient like lemon juice or vinegar to cooked greens?
A) It increases their nutrient content.
B) It can help balance the bitterness and enhance flavor.
C) It makes them easier to digest.
D) It makes them last longer in the refrigerator.
  • 27. Which of these is NOT a characteristic of a safe harvesting area?
A) Recently sprayed with chemicals
B) Away from industrial sites
C) On private property with permission
D) Far from roads
  • 28. What is the proper way to clean wild greens after harvesting?
A) Rinse thoroughly in cold water.
B) Boil before cleaning.
C) Wipe with a damp cloth.
D) Soak in hot soapy water.
  • 29. How does cooking affect the nutritional content of wild greens?
A) Cooking has no effect on nutritional content.
B) Some nutrients are lost, but others become more bioavailable.
C) Cooking always destroys all the nutrients.
D) Cooking always increases the nutritional content.
  • 30. What does 'bioavailability' mean in the context of nutrition?
A) The cost of the food.
B) The flavor of the food.
C) How easily the body can absorb and use nutrients.
D) The color of the food.
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