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How to Identify and Classify Kaffir Limes - Test
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  • 1. What is the scientific name of the Kaffir Lime?
A) Citrus limon
B) Citrus sinensis
C) Citrus aurantifolia
D) Citrus hystrix
  • 2. Kaffir Lime leaves are characteristically shaped like:
A) Compound pinnate leaves
B) Single oval leaves
C) Double leaves or figure-eight shape
D) Needle-like leaves
  • 3. Which part of the Kaffir Lime plant is most commonly used in cooking?
A) Leaves and Zest
B) Seeds
C) Pulp
D) Root
  • 4. What is the typical color of a ripe Kaffir Lime fruit?
A) Red
B) Bright Yellow
C) Green to yellowish-green
D) Orange
  • 5. What is the texture of the Kaffir Lime fruit rind?
A) Waxy
B) Fuzzy
C) Bumpy and Rough
D) Smooth and Shiny
  • 6. Compared to regular limes, Kaffir Limes are generally:
A) Sweeter
B) More Aromatic
C) Larger
D) Less Aromatic
  • 7. What is the primary use of Kaffir Lime oil?
A) Industrial lubricant
B) Pesticide
C) Fragrance and flavoring
D) Fertilizer
  • 8. Kaffir Lime trees are typically classified as:
A) Small trees or shrubs
B) Large forest trees
C) Grasses
D) Vines
  • 9. What is the geographical origin of the Kaffir Lime?
A) South America
B) Southeast Asia
C) Europe
D) Africa
  • 10. What is a key distinguishing characteristic of Kaffir Lime leaves' petiole?
A) Absence of a petiole
B) Thick, woody petioles
C) Long, thin petioles
D) Wing-like appendages
  • 11. Which of these cuisines commonly uses Kaffir Lime leaves?
A) Mexican Cuisine
B) Thai Cuisine
C) French Cuisine
D) Italian Cuisine
  • 12. What is a common method of propagating Kaffir Lime trees?
A) Air layering only
B) Seed germination only
C) Rhizome division
D) Grafting
  • 13. The juice of the Kaffir Lime fruit is typically:
A) Bitter
B) Sweet
C) Bland
D) Sour and acidic
  • 14. What type of climate does the Kaffir Lime tree prefer?
A) Arctic
B) Desert
C) Temperate
D) Tropical and subtropical
  • 15. The 'figure-eight' appearance of the Kaffir Lime leaf is due to the fusion of the:
A) Two separate leaves
B) Leaf veins
C) Petiole and leaf blade
D) Leaf edges
  • 16. What is a potential use for Kaffir Lime in traditional medicine?
A) Treatment of broken bones
B) Lowering blood pressure (direct consumption)
C) Curing the common cold instantly
D) Relief from inflammation
  • 17. What is the best way to store Kaffir Lime leaves for later use?
A) Left at room temperature
B) Buried in soil
C) Frozen or dried
D) Refrigerated in water
  • 18. What is the growth habit of Kaffir Lime trees?
A) Slow-growing
B) Aggressively invasive
C) Dwarf
D) Fast-growing
  • 19. What type of soil is best for growing Kaffir Lime trees?
A) Waterlogged soil
B) Clay soil
C) Sandy soil
D) Well-draining soil
  • 20. How can you tell a Kaffir Lime leaf from a Bay leaf?
A) Kaffir Lime leaves have a double-leaf appearance.
B) Bay leaves are always darker green.
C) Bay leaves have a strong citrus scent.
D) Kaffir Lime leaves are much larger.
  • 21. The essential oils in Kaffir Lime leaves are primarily composed of:
A) Citronellal
B) Eucalyptol
C) Limonene
D) Linalool
  • 22. What is a common pest that affects Kaffir Lime trees?
A) Ladybugs
B) Scale insects
C) Bees
D) Earthworms
  • 23. If you can't find fresh Kaffir Lime leaves, what is a suitable substitute?
A) Bay leaves
B) There is no perfect substitute, but lime zest and lemongrass can offer similar notes.
C) Rosemary
D) Mint leaves
  • 24. Which part of the Kaffir Lime tree is often used to make curry paste?
A) The zest of the fruit
B) The trunk
C) The roots
D) The flowers
  • 25. What is a common culinary use for the Kaffir Lime fruit rind?
A) Making jam
B) Eating raw
C) Adding flavor to soups and stews
D) Making juice
  • 26. How does Kaffir Lime contribute to the aroma of many Southeast Asian dishes?
A) It creates a smoky aroma.
B) It provides a distinct citrusy and floral fragrance.
C) It adds a spicy flavor.
D) It masks unpleasant smells.
  • 27. What is one way to tell if a Kaffir Lime tree is healthy?
A) The trunk is covered in moss.
B) The fruit is very large.
C) The branches are drooping.
D) The leaves are a vibrant green color.
  • 28. What distinguishes a Kaffir Lime from a Key Lime?
A) The Kaffir Lime has a bumpy rind and distinctive leaves.
B) They are the same.
C) Kaffir Limes are sweeter.
D) Key Limes are larger.
  • 29. Why should you handle Kaffir Lime leaves with care?
A) They cause skin irritation.
B) The thorns on the branches can be sharp.
C) They attract bees.
D) The leaves are poisonous.
  • 30. How does the aroma of crushed Kaffir Lime leaves compare to other citrus leaves?
A) It's milder.
B) It's more intense and complex.
C) It lacks any citrus scent.
D) It's exactly the same.
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