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How to Grow Taro Roots - Exam
Contributed by: Swan
  • 1. What is the primary method of propagating taro?
A) Seeds
B) Root Division
C) Corms and Suckers
D) Leaf Cuttings
  • 2. What type of climate is best suited for taro cultivation?
A) Cool, Mountainous
B) Temperate, Dry
C) Warm, Humid
D) Cold, Arid
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for taro?
A) 7.0-8.0
B) 4.0-5.0
C) 8.5-9.5
D) 5.5-6.5
  • 4. How much sunlight does taro require?
A) Only Artificial Light
B) Full Shade
C) Partial Shade to Full Sun
D) Minimal Sunlight
  • 5. What is the most crucial factor for successful taro growth?
A) Consistent Moisture
B) Fertilizer Application
C) Air Circulation
D) Soil Type
  • 6. What is a common pest that affects taro?
A) Earthworms
B) Ladybugs
C) Aphids
D) Bees
  • 7. Which nutrient is particularly important for taro root development?
A) Nitrogen
B) Calcium
C) Phosphorus
D) Potassium
  • 8. How deep should corms be planted?
A) Just below the surface
B) 2-3 inches
C) 10-12 inches
D) 6-8 inches
  • 9. What is a sign of overwatering taro?
A) Dark Green Leaves
B) Yellowing Leaves
C) Rapid Growth
D) Strong Root System
  • 10. What is the typical harvest time for taro?
A) 3-4 Months
B) 6-12 Months
C) 18-24 Months
D) 1-2 Months
  • 11. What does 'kalo' mean?
A) Sweet Potato
B) Taro
C) Potato
D) Yam
  • 12. Where is taro believed to have originated?
A) Africa
B) North America
C) Southeast Asia
D) South America
  • 13. What is the name of the smaller taro plantlets that grow from the main corm?
A) Roots
B) Seedlings
C) Stems
D) Suckers
  • 14. Which type of soil is generally NOT suitable for taro?
A) Silty Soil
B) Loamy Soil
C) Sandy Soil
D) Clay Soil
  • 15. What is the purpose of hilling the soil around taro plants?
A) Encourages Corm Development
B) Prevents Weed Growth
C) Attracts Beneficial Insects
D) Provides Shade
  • 16. What is a common disease that affects taro?
A) Root Rot
B) Powdery Mildew
C) Taro Leaf Blight
D) Black Spot
  • 17. What should you do to prepare corms for planting?
A) Soak them in bleach
B) Allow them to callous over
C) Freeze them
D) Sand them
  • 18. What is an important consideration when selecting a location for planting taro?
A) Elevation
B) Accessibility to Water
C) Amount of Wind
D) Proximity to Roads
  • 19. What is one way to improve drainage in the soil before planting taro?
A) Compact the Soil
B) Add Clay
C) Add Organic Matter
D) Remove all Nutrients
  • 20. What is one sign of a healthy taro plant?
A) Curled Leaves
B) Stunted Growth
C) Vigorous Leaf Growth
D) Brown Spots
  • 21. What is 'poi'?
A) Fried taro chips
B) Taro flour
C) Cooked taro leaves
D) Pounded taro root
  • 22. What should you do with the suckers that grow from the main taro plant?
A) Graft them to other plants
B) Separate and replant them
C) Leave them attached
D) Cut them off and discard them
  • 23. What type of fertilizer is generally recommended for taro?
A) High calcium fertilizer
B) Balanced NPK fertilizer
C) High phosphorus fertilizer
D) High nitrogen fertilizer
  • 24. How often should you fertilize taro plants?
A) Once a year
B) Every day
C) Never
D) Every few weeks
  • 25. What is the best time of year to plant taro in most regions?
A) Early Spring
B) Mid Summer
C) Mid Winter
D) Late Autumn
  • 26. Which planting method is commonly used in wetland conditions?
A) Container gardening
B) Dryland farming
C) Terrace farming
D) Paddy cultivation
  • 27. What part of the taro plant is primarily consumed?
A) Stem
B) Roots
C) Leaves
D) Corm
  • 28. Why is it important to cook taro thoroughly?
A) To kill bacteria
B) To remove calcium oxalate crystals
C) To improve the taste
D) To make it easier to digest
  • 29. What tool is useful for harvesting taro?
A) Lawnmower
B) Spade
C) Pruning shears
D) Hedge Trimmer
  • 30. What is one way to protect taro from frost?
A) Prune the plants
B) Water more frequently
C) Apply fertilizer
D) Cover plants with burlap
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