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How to Identify and Classify Aubergines
Contributed by: Crossley
  • 1. What is the most common color of aubergines?
A) Yellow
B) Green
C) Red
D) Purple
  • 2. Which shape is NOT typical for aubergines?
A) Oval
B) Star
C) Elongated
D) Round
  • 3. What family do aubergines belong to?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Solanaceae
C) Rosaceae
D) Cucurbitaceae
  • 4. Which characteristic helps identify different aubergine cultivars?
A) Fertilizer used
B) Soil type
C) Planting date
D) Size and shape
  • 5. What is the botanical name for aubergine?
A) Solanum melongena
B) Solanum lycopersicum
C) Capsicum annuum
D) Cucumis sativus
  • 6. Which of these is a common aubergine variety?
A) Black Beauty
B) Red Delicious
C) Green Goliath
D) Golden Nugget
  • 7. What is the best way to assess the freshness of an aubergine?
A) Soft skin
B) Firm skin
C) Wrinkled skin
D) Dull color
  • 8. The 'Rosa Bianca' aubergine is known for its:
A) White and lavender stripes
B) Deep black color
C) Extremely long shape
D) Small, round shape
  • 9. What part of the aubergine plant is typically eaten?
A) Leaves
B) Fruit
C) Roots
D) Stem
  • 10. How should aubergines be stored?
A) Direct sunlight
B) Cool and dry place
C) Freezer
D) Humid environment
  • 11. What is a key characteristic of Japanese aubergines?
A) Slender shape
B) Thick skin
C) Bitter taste
D) Large size
  • 12. Which of the following is a pest that commonly affects aubergines?
A) Aphids
B) Bees
C) Ladybugs
D) Earthworms
  • 13. What is the primary use of aubergines in cooking?
A) Vegetable
B) Spice
C) Grain
D) Fruit
  • 14. Which continent is aubergine believed to have originated from?
A) Europe
B) Africa
C) South America
D) Asia
  • 15. What is a common culinary preparation for aubergines?
A) Making juice
B) Baking bread
C) Roasting
D) Brewing tea
  • 16. What is a sign of an overripe aubergine?
A) Bright color
B) Soft spots
C) Firm texture
D) Shiny skin
  • 17. Which aubergine type is best known for its mild flavor and creamy texture?
A) Indian
B) Japanese
C) Italian
D) Globe
  • 18. What is one method to reduce the bitterness sometimes found in aubergines?
A) Boiling
B) Freezing
C) Sweetening
D) Salting
  • 19. The 'Thai Green' aubergine is typically:
A) Purple and striped
B) Small and round
C) Large and oval
D) Long and thin
  • 20. What soil pH is generally preferred for growing aubergines?
A) Neutral
B) Highly acidic
C) Highly alkaline
D) Slightly acidic
  • 21. What is the ideal growing climate for aubergines?
A) Cold
B) Warm
C) Temperate
D) Arid
  • 22. Which cooking technique is commonly used with 'Graffiti' aubergines?
A) Pickling
B) Blanching
C) Fermenting
D) Grilling
  • 23. What is a common companion plant for aubergines?
A) Basil
B) Carrots
C) Potatoes
D) Corn
  • 24. Which aubergine is known for its teardrop shape?
A) Calliope
B) Fairy Tale
C) Little Fingers
D) Casper
  • 25. What is one nutritional benefit of eating aubergines?
A) High sugar
B) Saturated fat
C) Low sodium
D) Fiber
  • 26. Which factor is NOT important when classifying aubergines?
A) Shape
B) Skin color
C) Seed color
D) Size
  • 27. How does adequate watering affect aubergine growth?
A) Inhibits flowering
B) Promotes fruit development
C) Causes root rot
D) Reduces fruit size
  • 28. Which aubergine variety is almost purely white?
A) Long Purple
B) Ichiban
C) Listada de Gandia
D) Casper
  • 29. What is the impact of sunlight on aubergines?
A) Increases yield
B) Decreases yield
C) No impact
D) Causes burning
  • 30. How does proper spacing between aubergine plants affect growth?
A) Increased pest attraction
B) Reduced fruit production
C) Better air circulation
D) Slower growth rate
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