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How to Identify and Classify Turnips
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What plant family do turnips belong to?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Fabaceae
C) Asteraceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 2. Which part of the turnip is typically consumed?
A) The root
B) The stem
C) The flower
D) The leaves
  • 3. What is a key characteristic distinguishing turnips from rutabagas?
A) Turnips are always purple
B) Turnips have smoother roots
C) Rutabagas have hairy leaves
D) Rutabagas are smaller
  • 4. What color flesh are most common turnip varieties?
A) Red
B) Purple
C) Orange
D) White
  • 5. Which of these characteristics is NOT commonly used for classifying turnips?
A) Flesh color
B) Root shape
C) Flower scent
D) Skin color
  • 6. What is the common shape of 'Tokyo Top' turnips?
A) Cylindrical
B) Round
C) Oblong
D) Flat
  • 7. Which of these is a common use for turnip greens?
A) Salads
B) Rooting medium
C) Fuel source
D) Building material
  • 8. What type of climate do turnips generally prefer?
A) Tropical
B) Mediterranean
C) Cool
D) Desert
  • 9. Which soil type is best suited for turnip cultivation?
A) Sandy soil
B) Well-drained loam
C) Rocky soil
D) Heavy clay
  • 10. How deep should turnip seeds typically be planted?
A) 1/2 inch
B) 1 inch
C) 3 inches
D) 2 inches
  • 11. What is the ideal pH range for turnip growth?
A) 6.0 - 6.5
B) 4.0 - 4.5
C) 7.5 - 8.0
D) 8.5 - 9.0
  • 12. Which of these is a common pest affecting turnips?
A) Aphids
B) Ladybugs
C) Earthworms
D) Bees
  • 13. What is the primary use of 'Purple Top White Globe' turnips?
A) Animal feed
B) Table use
C) Dye extraction
D) Oil production
  • 14. The leaves of turnips are a good source of which vitamin?
A) Vitamin A
B) Vitamin B12
C) Vitamin D
D) Vitamin C
  • 15. When is the best time to harvest turnips for optimal flavor?
A) When the leaves turn yellow
B) Before they get too large
C) After the first frost
D) When they are very large
  • 16. What characteristic helps distinguish 'Golden Ball' turnips?
A) Flat shape
B) Hairy leaves
C) Purple top
D) Yellow flesh
  • 17. What is 'fodder turnip' primarily used for?
A) Animal feed
B) Oil production
C) Human consumption
D) Medicinal purposes
  • 18. How does bolting affect turnip roots?
A) Makes them sweeter
B) Increases their size
C) Makes them woody
D) Changes their color
  • 19. Which element is essential for healthy root development in turnips?
A) Calcium
B) Nitrogen
C) Phosphorus
D) Potassium
  • 20. What does 'clubroot' disease affect in turnips?
A) Roots
B) Stems
C) Flowers
D) Leaves
  • 21. Which turnip variety is known for its small, quick-maturing roots?
A) White Egg
B) Purple Top White Globe
C) Tokyo Cross
D) Golden Ball
  • 22. What is the common spacing between turnip seeds when planting?
A) 1-2 inches
B) 6-8 inches
C) 12-18 inches
D) 24-36 inches
  • 23. Which of these is NOT a characteristic used to distinguish different turnip cultivars?
A) Root color
B) Number of leaves
C) Root shape
D) Leaf texture
  • 24. What is the best way to prevent bolting in turnips?
A) Plant in appropriate season
B) Over-fertilize with nitrogen
C) Under-water the plants
D) Plant in full shade
  • 25. Which of the following is a symptom of turnip mosaic virus?
A) Holes in the leaves
B) Mottled leaves
C) Swollen roots
D) White powdery substance on leaves
  • 26. What is the function of 'cover crops' that include turnips?
A) Repel pests
B) Improve soil health
C) Attract pollinators
D) Provide a source of honey
  • 27. What part of the turnip plant can be used as a source of animal feed?
A) Roots and tops
B) Only the flowers
C) Only the roots
D) Only the tops
  • 28. How long does it typically take for turnips to mature from seed to harvest?
A) 90-120 days
B) 45-60 days
C) 6-9 months
D) 2-3 weeks
  • 29. What type of fertilizer is most beneficial for promoting turnip root growth?
A) Balanced NPK
B) High in nitrogen
C) High in potassium
D) High in phosphorus
  • 30. What is one of the best storage practices for harvested turnips?
A) Direct sunlight
B) Freezing temperatures
C) Cool and humid conditions
D) Warm and dry conditions
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