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How to Identify and Classify Cranberries - Test
Contributed by: Woolley
  • 1. What family do cranberries belong to?
A) Ericaceae
B) Solanaceae
C) Rosaceae
D) Asteraceae
  • 2. What is the genus name for cranberries?
A) Vaccinium
B) Fragaria
C) Rubus
D) Malus
  • 3. Which of these is a common North American cranberry species?
A) Vaccinium uliginosum
B) Vaccinium vitis-idaea
C) Vaccinium myrtillus
D) Vaccinium macrocarpon
  • 4. What type of fruit is a cranberry?
A) Drupe
B) Berry
C) Aggregate Fruit
D) Pome
  • 5. What is the typical color of a ripe cranberry?
A) Orange
B) Green
C) Yellow
D) Deep Red
  • 6. Which environment do cranberries typically grow in?
A) Tropical Rainforests
B) Alkaline Deserts
C) Acidic Bogs
D) Mountainous Regions
  • 7. What is a key characteristic of cranberry vines?
A) Trailing Growth
B) Erect Stems
C) Thick Trunks
D) Climbing Tendrils
  • 8. What is the shape of cranberry leaves?
A) Elliptical
B) Linear
C) Round
D) Needle-like
  • 9. How are cranberries typically harvested?
A) Pruning
B) Flooding and Beating
C) Mechanical Shaking Only
D) Hand Picking Only
  • 10. What is the primary use of cranberries?
A) Food and Beverage
B) Ornamental Purposes
C) Animal Feed
D) Textile Dye
  • 11. Which of these characteristics helps distinguish cranberries from lingonberries?
A) Flower Shape Only
B) Root System Only
C) Size and Vine Structure
D) Leaf Color Only
  • 12. What is a 'bounce test' used for in cranberry harvesting?
A) To measure acidity
B) To determine sugar content
C) To assess ripeness
D) To check for pests
  • 13. What is the term for a cultivated area where cranberries are grown?
A) Cranberry Bog
B) Vineyard
C) Orchard
D) Field
  • 14. What time of year are cranberries typically harvested in North America?
A) Fall
B) Winter
C) Summer
D) Spring
  • 15. Which of these is a health benefit associated with cranberry consumption?
A) Increased Bone Density
B) Enhanced Muscle Growth
C) Urinary Tract Health
D) Improved Vision
  • 16. What is the purpose of sanding a cranberry bog?
A) Adding Nutrients
B) Weed Control & Root Protection
C) Water Drainage
D) Increasing Soil pH
  • 17. What type of soil is best for cranberry growth?
A) Chalky Soil
B) Sandy Loam
C) Acidic Peat
D) Alkaline Clay
  • 18. Cranberries are a good source of which antioxidant?
A) Beta-carotene
B) Lycopene
C) Proanthocyanidins
D) Vitamin C
  • 19. How does flooding a cranberry bog protect the plants in winter?
A) Prevents Disease
B) Provides Nutrients
C) Insulation from Cold
D) Attracts Pollinators
  • 20. What is the function of the cranberry flower's reflexed petals?
A) Reduce Water Loss
B) Promote Pollination
C) Protect the Fruit
D) Attract Birds
  • 21. Which state is the largest producer of cranberries in the United States?
A) Wisconsin
B) Massachusetts
C) Washington
D) Oregon
  • 22. What distinguishes the 'Early Black' cranberry variety?
A) Largest Berry Size
B) Deepest Red Color
C) Sweetest Flavor
D) Early Ripening
  • 23. What part of the cranberry plant is used for propagation?
A) Seeds
B) Cuttings
C) Leaves
D) Roots
  • 24. What is the primary pollinator of cranberries?
A) Birds
B) Bees
C) Wind
D) Butterflies
  • 25. Which of these pests commonly affects cranberry crops?
A) Cranberry Fruitworm
B) Aphids
C) Japanese Beetles
D) Spider Mites
  • 26. What is the main purpose of 'dry harvesting' cranberries?
A) Fresh Market Sales
B) Sauce Production
C) Canned Cranberries
D) Juice Production
  • 27. What factor contributes to the tartness of cranberries?
A) High Acidity
B) High Fiber Content
C) Low Sugar Content
D) Presence of Tannins
  • 28. How does a cranberry float?
A) Waxy Coating
B) Air Pockets Inside
C) Hollow Core
D) Low Density Pulp
  • 29. What is the average lifespan of a cranberry bog?
A) Several Decades
B) 10-20 Years
C) 5-10 Years
D) 1-2 Years
  • 30. Which is a common way to process cranberries?
A) Juicing
B) Pickling
C) Smoking
D) Fermenting into Wine
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