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How to Identify and Classify Wax Beans
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What is the primary defining characteristic of wax beans?
A) Hairy pods
B) Round pods
C) Yellow or cream-colored pods
D) Purple striped pods
  • 2. Which of these is NOT a typical wax bean variety?
A) Cherokee Wax
B) Gold Rush
C) Kentucky Wonder
D) Dragon Tongue
  • 3. What color are wax bean seeds typically?
A) White or pale yellow
B) Brown
C) Black
D) Red
  • 4. How would you describe the texture of a ripe wax bean pod?
A) Leathery and tough
B) Smooth and crisp
C) Rough and hairy
D) Soft and mushy
  • 5. What shape are most wax bean pods?
A) Square
B) Triangular
C) Round or oval
D) Star-shaped
  • 6. What does 'stringless' mean in the context of wax beans?
A) Naturally sweeter
B) Lacking a fibrous string along the seam
C) Easy to grow
D) Disease resistant
  • 7. At what stage of maturity are wax beans best harvested?
A) When pods are very large and bulging
B) When pods are still very small and thin
C) When pods are firm and snap easily
D) When pods are yellowing and drying out
  • 8. Why are wax beans called 'wax' beans?
A) After the botanist who discovered them
B) Because they have a waxy taste
C) Due to their waxy appearance
D) Because they are coated in wax
  • 9. Which characteristic is LEAST helpful in identifying wax beans?
A) Pod shape
B) Leaf shape
C) Pod color
D) Seed color
  • 10. Are wax beans a type of bush bean or pole bean?
A) Neither
B) Only bush bean
C) They can be either
D) Only pole bean
  • 11. What internal structure is present in a wax bean pod that indicates proper maturity?
A) Small, undeveloped seeds
B) Large, hardened seeds
C) No seeds at all
D) A milky white liquid
  • 12. What might cause wax bean pods to be tough or stringy?
A) Too much sunlight
B) Lack of water
C) Overmaturity
D) Too much fertilizer
  • 13. Which of these is a common pest that affects wax beans?
A) Spider mites
B) All of the above
C) Aphids
D) Bean beetles
  • 14. What family of plants do wax beans belong to?
A) Nightshade
B) Gourd
C) Brassica
D) Legume
  • 15. How do wax beans primarily obtain nitrogen?
A) From decaying organic matter
B) From nitrogen-fixing bacteria in the soil
C) From fertilizers applied to the soil
D) From the air through their leaves
  • 16. What climate conditions are ideal for growing wax beans?
A) Temperate weather
B) Cold weather
C) Tropical weather
D) Warm weather
  • 17. What does 'heirloom' mean when describing a wax bean variety?
A) The bean is disease-resistant
B) The bean is unusually large
C) The seeds have been passed down for generations
D) The bean has a unique flavor
  • 18. What type of soil is best for growing wax beans?
A) Well-drained soil
B) Clay soil
C) Heavy soil
D) Sandy soil
  • 19. Which nutrient is most important for wax bean pod development?
A) Calcium
B) Phosphorus
C) Potassium
D) Nitrogen
  • 20. What is the typical spacing between wax bean plants?
A) Three feet
B) A few inches
C) Two feet
D) One foot
  • 21. How often should wax beans be watered?
A) Regularly, especially during dry periods
B) Only when the soil is completely dry
C) Never, they are drought-tolerant
D) Daily, regardless of weather
  • 22. What is a common disease that affects wax beans?
A) Rust
B) Bean mosaic virus
C) Black spot
D) Powdery mildew
  • 23. What is the best method for preventing diseases in wax beans?
A) Ignoring potential problems
B) Planting disease-resistant varieties
C) Overwatering
D) Using excessive fertilizer
  • 24. Are wax beans typically eaten raw?
A) Only certain varieties are edible raw
B) It depends on the climate
C) No, they are usually cooked
D) Yes, they are delicious raw
  • 25. Which cooking method best preserves the color and texture of wax beans?
A) Boiling
B) Frying
C) Roasting
D) Steaming
  • 26. How can you tell if a wax bean has gone bad?
A) It develops small black spots
B) It feels slimy and has a foul odor
C) It becomes very hard
D) It turns a darker yellow color
  • 27. What is a common companion plant for wax beans?
A) Tomatoes
B) Marigolds
C) Potatoes
D) Cabbage
  • 28. Which of these is a characteristic that may make a wax bean plant bush type?
A) Its tall stature
B) Its climbing nature
C) Its compact and upright growth habit
D) Its vining ability
  • 29. Which of the following is a potential benefit of growing wax beans in your garden?
A) They repel deer
B) They require very little maintenance
C) They attract beneficial insects
D) They can improve soil fertility
  • 30. How does the flavor of wax beans generally compare to green beans?
A) Slightly milder and sweeter
B) Much stronger
C) More earthy
D) More bitter
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