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How to Identify and Classify Celeriacs - Test
Contributed by: Crossley
  • 1. What is the most distinctive feature of a celeriac?
A) Its small flowers
B) Its leafy greens
C) Its tall stalk
D) Its bulbous root
  • 2. To what family does celeriac belong?
A) Apiaceae
B) Solanaceae
C) Asteraceae
D) Brassicaceae
  • 3. What is the typical texture of a celeriac bulb's flesh?
A) Watery and mushy
B) Soft and spongy
C) Dense and firm
D) Gritty and sandy
  • 4. What is the typical color of a celeriac bulb's flesh?
A) Creamy white
B) Bright green
C) Deep purple
D) Vibrant orange
  • 5. What is the general shape of a mature celeriac bulb?
A) Globular or irregularly rounded
B) Flat and disc-shaped
C) Long and cylindrical
D) Pointed and conical
  • 6. What is a good indicator of a fresh celeriac?
A) Firmness
B) Leaf color
C) Presence of roots
D) Smell
  • 7. What should you look for when selecting a celeriac for storage?
A) No soft spots or bruises
B) Attached leaves
C) Small size
D) Dark color
  • 8. What is the taste profile of celeriac often described as?
A) Celery-like, with earthy notes
B) Spicy and peppery
C) Sweet and fruity
D) Bitter and pungent
  • 9. The skin of celeriac is typically?
A) Thin and white
B) Waxy and red
C) Smooth and green
D) Rough and brown
  • 10. Can you eat the greens of celeriac?
A) Only when young
B) Yes, but they can be tough
C) Only when cooked
D) No, they are poisonous
  • 11. How is celeriac most commonly prepared?
A) Pickled
B) Cooked
C) Eaten raw
D) Dried
  • 12. Which of these is NOT a common use for celeriac?
A) Mash
B) Fruit juice
C) Salad
D) Soup
  • 13. What is the best way to store celeriac?
A) Cool and dry place
B) Warm and humid place
C) Submerged in water
D) In direct sunlight
  • 14. Which country is celeriac believed to have originated from?
A) Mediterranean region
B) East Asia
C) South America
D) North Africa
  • 15. What is a common misconception about celeriac?
A) It's a type of turnip.
B) It's a type of radish.
C) It's a type of potato.
D) It's just a root vegetable.
  • 16. Why should you peel celeriac before using it?
A) The skin is poisonous
B) The skin is tough and fibrous
C) The skin is too sweet
D) The skin is too bitter
  • 17. What size is considered a good, mature celeriac?
A) About the size of a pea
B) About the size of a lemon
C) About the size of a grapefruit
D) About the size of a watermelon
  • 18. What is the Latin name for Celeriac?
A) Brassica oleracea
B) Solanum tuberosum
C) Apium graveolens var. rapaceum
D) Daucus carota
  • 19. What does 'var. rapaceum' indicate in the Latin name?
A) Genus
B) Variety, distinguishing it from other celery types
C) Family
D) Species
  • 20. What is a major nutrient found in celeriac?
A) Vitamin K
B) Vitamin B12
C) Vitamin A
D) Vitamin C
  • 21. What is a culinary technique often used with celeriac?
A) Fermenting
B) Crystallizing
C) Puréeing
D) Dehydrating
  • 22. How does celeriac's texture change when cooked?
A) Becomes more fibrous
B) Hardens
C) Softens
D) Becomes more watery
  • 23. What is a common companion plant for celeriac?
A) Tomatoes
B) Cucumbers
C) Potatoes
D) Onions
  • 24. Which of these is a potential pest of celeriac?
A) Aphids
B) Whiteflies
C) Celery fly
D) Spider mites
  • 25. What climate is best for growing celeriac?
A) Cool
B) Tropical
C) Desert
D) Arctic
  • 26. Compared to celery stalks, celeriac has...?
A) A more delicate flavor.
B) A higher water content.
C) A brighter green color.
D) A larger root bulb.
  • 27. What should you do with any small rootlets on the celeriac bulb?
A) Eat them raw
B) Leave them on
C) Plant them in soil
D) Trim them off
  • 28. What is one way to prevent celeriac from discoloring after cutting?
A) Toss it with lemon juice
B) Soak it in oil
C) Dry it immediately
D) Refrigerate it uncovered
  • 29. Which of these is a dish that commonly uses celeriac?
A) Remoulade
B) Pesto
C) Salsa
D) Guacamole
  • 30. What should be the primary focus when assessing the quality of a celeriac?
A) The presence of dirt
B) The firmness and weight of the bulb
C) The size of the leaves
D) The color of the skin
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