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How to Cultivate Pomelos - Exam
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What is the ideal climate for growing pomelos?
A) Cool and mountainous alpine
B) Warm and humid subtropical
C) Hot and arid desert
D) Cold and dry temperate
  • 2. What is the best type of soil for pomelo cultivation?
A) Well-drained, sandy loam
B) Pure sand
C) Waterlogged peat
D) Heavy clay
  • 3. What is the recommended pH range for pomelo soil?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 8.0-9.0
C) 6.0-7.5
D) 9.5-10.5
  • 4. How are pomelos typically propagated?
A) Root cuttings
B) Air layering
C) Grafting
D) Direct seeding
  • 5. What is the ideal time of year to plant pomelo trees?
A) Spring or early summer
B) Mid-winter
C) Late autumn
D) Dry season
  • 6. What is the recommended spacing between pomelo trees?
A) 10-12 meters
B) 3-4 meters
C) 6-8 meters
D) 1-2 meters
  • 7. What is the purpose of pruning pomelo trees?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To improve fruit production and tree shape
C) To stunt growth
D) To attract pests
  • 8. Which nutrient is most important for pomelo fruit development?
A) Nitrogen
B) Phosphorus
C) Calcium
D) Potassium
  • 9. How often should young pomelo trees be watered?
A) Very sparingly to encourage deep roots
B) Only during the rainy season
C) Never, they are drought-tolerant
D) Regularly, especially during dry periods
  • 10. What is a common pest that affects pomelo trees?
A) Ladybug
B) Earthworm
C) Citrus psyllid
D) Praying mantis
  • 11. What is a common disease that affects pomelo trees?
A) Tomato blight
B) Citrus canker
C) Powdery mildew
D) Rose black spot
  • 12. How can citrus canker be prevented?
A) Nitrogen-rich fertilizer
B) Overwatering
C) Ignoring leaf spots
D) Copper sprays and sanitation
  • 13. What is the purpose of fruit thinning?
A) To increase the number of fruit
B) To improve the size and quality of remaining fruit
C) To prevent pests
D) To stunt tree growth
  • 14. When is the best time to harvest pomelos?
A) When the fruit turns slightly yellow and feels heavy
B) When the fruit falls off the tree
C) When the fruit is still green and hard
D) When the fruit is completely dry
  • 15. What is the best way to store harvested pomelos?
A) In water
B) In direct sunlight
C) In a cool, dry place
D) In a warm, humid place
  • 16. What is the benefit of mulching around pomelo trees?
A) Attracts pests and diseases
B) Increases soil temperature
C) Depletes soil nutrients
D) Conserves moisture and suppresses weeds
  • 17. What type of fertilizer is best for pomelo trees?
A) A lawn fertilizer
B) No fertilizer is needed
C) A balanced citrus fertilizer
D) A high-nitrogen fertilizer
  • 18. How can you protect pomelo trees from frost?
A) Wrap the trunk and branches with burlap or frost cloth
B) Prune heavily
C) Water excessively
D) Remove all mulch
  • 19. What is the role of bees in pomelo cultivation?
A) Fertilizer application
B) Root aeration
C) Pollination
D) Pest control
  • 20. What is the benefit of using cover crops in a pomelo orchard?
A) Deplete soil nutrients
B) Increase soil acidity
C) Improve soil health and suppress weeds
D) Attract pests
  • 21. What does 'girdling' a tree refer to?
A) Pruning the branches
B) Wrapping the trunk with cloth
C) Removing a ring of bark to promote fruiting
D) Applying fertilizer
  • 22. What is the purpose of using rootstock in grafting pomelos?
A) To prevent flowering
B) To provide disease resistance and adaptability
C) To change the fruit flavor
D) To increase fruit size
  • 23. Which of the following is a sign of nutrient deficiency in pomelo trees?
A) Yellowing leaves
B) Thick branches
C) Dark green leaves
D) Abundant flowering
  • 24. What is the role of mycorrhizae in pomelo cultivation?
A) Attract pests
B) Cause root rot
C) Prevent photosynthesis
D) Enhance nutrient uptake
  • 25. What is the purpose of windbreaks in pomelo orchards?
A) To increase humidity
B) To attract pollinators
C) To block sunlight
D) To protect trees from strong winds
  • 26. How does proper drainage benefit pomelo trees?
A) Decreases nutrient availability
B) Promotes waterlogging
C) Prevents root rot
D) Increases soil salinity
  • 27. What is the ideal humidity level for pomelo cultivation?
A) 90-100%
B) 0-10%
C) 20-40%
D) 60-80%
  • 28. What does 'hardening off' seedlings mean?
A) Applying fertilizer
B) Keeping them in a dark room
C) Pruning the roots
D) Gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions
  • 29. What is the most important factor in selecting a pomelo variety to grow?
A) Branch thickness
B) Fruit color
C) Climate suitability
D) Leaf shape
  • 30. Why is it important to remove weeds around pomelo trees?
A) To provide shelter for beneficial insects
B) To attract pollinators
C) To increase soil temperature
D) To reduce competition for nutrients and water
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