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How to Identify and Classify Horse Gram Beans - Quiz
Contributed by: Crossley
  • 1. What is the scientific name of Horse Gram?
A) Phaseolus vulgaris
B) Vigna unguiculata
C) Cicer arietinum
D) Macrotyloma uniflorum
  • 2. Horse Gram is primarily cultivated for its:
A) Roots
B) Seeds
C) Flowers
D) Leaves
  • 3. Horse Gram beans are typically what size?
A) Large
B) Small
C) Extra Large
D) Medium
  • 4. Which color is MOST commonly associated with Horse Gram beans?
A) Reddish-brown
B) White
C) Black
D) Green
  • 5. The shape of Horse Gram beans can be best described as:
A) Round
B) Elongated and cylindrical
C) Square
D) Flattened and oval
  • 6. The hilum (scar) on a Horse Gram bean is typically:
A) Red
B) White or pale
C) Black
D) Green
  • 7. Horse Gram is known for its high content of:
A) Fat
B) Sugar
C) Water
D) Protein
  • 8. Horse Gram is adapted to which type of climate?
A) Temperate
B) Dry and warm
C) Extremely humid
D) Cold and wet
  • 9. What is a common local name for Horse Gram in India?
A) Toor
B) Moong
C) Kulthi
D) Urad
  • 10. The seed coat texture of Horse Gram beans is generally:
A) Hairy
B) Smooth
C) Wrinkled
D) Rough
  • 11. Which of these is NOT a typical use of Horse Gram?
A) Green Manure
B) Human Consumption
C) Fuel
D) Animal Feed
  • 12. Which characteristic helps differentiate Horse Gram from other lentils?
A) Large size
B) Sweet taste
C) Distinct flattened shape
D) Bright green color
  • 13. Different varieties of Horse Gram beans might exhibit variations in:
A) Smell only
B) Color and size
C) Texture only
D) Only taste
  • 14. Which type of soil is best suited for Horse Gram cultivation?
A) Heavy clay
B) Waterlogged soil
C) Highly acidic soil
D) Well-drained sandy loam
  • 15. What is a common culinary use of Horse Gram in South India?
A) Rasam
B) Samosa
C) Naan
D) Biryani
  • 16. Does Horse Gram require a lot of fertilizer?
A) Only phosphorus fertilizer is needed
B) Only nitrogen fertilizer is needed
C) Yes, it requires heavy fertilization
D) No, it requires minimal fertilizer
  • 17. What distinguishes horse gram from cowpea?
A) Cowpea beans are always red
B) Horse gram beans have a black eye
C) Horse gram beans are smaller
D) Cowpea beans are rounder
  • 18. Horse gram is known for its ability to...
A) Grow well in shade
B) Fix large amounts of nitrogen
C) Tolerate poor soils
D) Require constant watering
  • 19. How does the hilum present on the bean help identify it?
A) It's always cracked.
B) It always has a ridge.
C) It is usually a different color.
D) It is located at the top of the bean.
  • 20. What is the general maturity period of Horse Gram?
A) Very long, over 250 days
B) Short, 75-150 days
C) Long, over 200 days
D) Medium, about 180 days
  • 21. Which region is Horse Gram most prominently grown in?
A) Southeast Asia
B) South America
C) North America
D) Europe
  • 22. Which statement is TRUE about the taste of Horse Gram?
A) It has a strong fishy taste
B) It is extremely sweet
C) It has a distinct earthy flavor
D) It tastes like peanuts
  • 23. The term 'uniflorum' in Macrotyloma uniflorum refers to:
A) Many flowers
B) Single flower
C) Certain color
D) Specific size
  • 24. Which process enhances the digestibility of Horse Gram?
A) Eating raw
B) Soaking and cooking
C) Roasting without soaking
D) Sun drying
  • 25. Is Horse Gram considered a pulse?
A) Sometimes
B) Yes
C) Only when cooked
D) No
  • 26. What makes Horse Gram a good option for dryland farming?
A) Drought tolerance
B) High water requirement
C) Susceptibility to pests
D) Requirement for fertile soil
  • 27. How does Horse Gram benefit soil health?
A) Depletes soil nutrients
B) Nitrogen fixation
C) Increases soil salinity
D) Increases soil acidity
  • 28. Which is a key characteristic of Horse Gram in terms of plant growth?
A) Trailing or climbing habit
B) Tree-like
C) Erect and tall
D) Shrub-like
  • 29. Which factor is MOST important for long-term storage of Horse Gram seeds?
A) Warm temperature
B) Direct sunlight
C) High humidity
D) Dry and cool environment
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