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