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