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How to Identify and Classify Green Onions
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  • 1. What is the primary characteristic used to identify a green onion?
A) Purple flowers
B) Long, slender green leaves
C) Large, round bulb
D) Thick, woody stem
  • 2. Which part of the green onion is typically eaten?
A) Both the green leaves and the white base
B) Only the green leaves
C) Only the white base
D) Only the root
  • 3. What is another common name for green onions?
A) Leeks
B) Scallions
C) Chives
D) Shallots
  • 4. How do green onions typically taste?
A) Extremely bitter
B) Very strong garlic flavor
C) Sweet and fruity
D) Mild onion flavor
  • 5. What color should healthy green onion leaves be?
A) Purple
B) Bright green
C) Yellow
D) Brown
  • 6. What is the ideal texture of a green onion?
A) Soft and mushy
B) Hard and woody
C) Slimy
D) Crisp and firm
  • 7. Which of these is NOT a common use for green onions?
A) Main course roast
B) Garnish
C) Ingredient in salads
D) Ingredient in soups
  • 8. How are green onions typically sold?
A) In jars
B) Powdered
C) In bunches
D) Individually
  • 9. What type of plant is a green onion?
A) Herb
B) Vegetable
C) Fruit
D) Grain
  • 10. How should green onions be stored?
A) In the freezer
B) At room temperature in sunlight
C) Dried and stored in a jar
D) Refrigerated in a plastic bag
  • 11. What is a sign that a green onion is going bad?
A) Firm base
B) Crisp leaves
C) Slimy texture
D) Bright green color
  • 12. Are green onions the same as spring onions?
A) Only if they are organic.
B) They can be, depending on the region.
C) No, they are completely different species.
D) Yes, they are always the same.
  • 13. What is the scientific name for the green onion?
A) Solanum lycopersicum
B) Allium cepa
C) Brassica oleracea
D) Malus domestica
  • 14. Which of these is a benefit of eating green onions?
A) Rich in vitamins
B) High in saturated fat
C) Causes digestive problems
D) Contains no nutrients
  • 15. What climate do green onions typically thrive in?
A) Arctic
B) Temperate
C) Arid
D) Tropical
  • 16. How much of the green onion should be cut off when preparing it for cooking?
A) The entire green part
B) The root end and any damaged leaves
C) The entire white part
D) Only the very tip of the root
  • 17. When are green onions typically harvested?
A) Only in the spring
B) Only in the winter
C) Throughout the year
D) Only in the fall
  • 18. What is the purpose of the white base of the green onion?
A) It is the immature bulb
B) It is just for support
C) It is where the roots grow
D) It is for storing water
  • 19. Why do green onions have a milder flavor than bulb onions?
A) They are grown in different soil
B) They are harvested before the bulb fully matures
C) They are a different species of onion
D) They are genetically modified to be milder
  • 20. What can you do with the roots of a green onion?
A) Replant them to grow more green onions
B) Eat them
C) Throw them away immediately
D) Use them to make tea
  • 21. Which cooking style often uses green onions?
A) Mexican cuisine
B) French cuisine
C) Asian cuisine
D) Italian cuisine
  • 22. What is the best way to clean green onions?
A) Soak in hot water
B) Rinse under cold water
C) Wash with soap
D) Microwave to kill bacteria
  • 23. What dish is often garnished with chopped green onions?
A) Ice cream
B) Soup
C) Toast
D) Cake
  • 24. What part of the plant is the green onion derived from?
A) A member of the Allium family
B) A member of the Sunflower family
C) A member of the Rose family
D) A member of the Citrus family
  • 25. How should you chop green onions?
A) In a blender
B) With a sharp knife on a cutting board
C) With scissors
D) By hand
  • 26. What alternative is sometimes used for green onions if they are unavailable?
A) Potatoes
B) Ginger
C) Garlic
D) Chives
  • 27. In which conditions should you grow green onions?
A) Sandy soil and full shade
B) Dry soil and shade
C) Clay soil and partial shade
D) Well-drained soil and full sun
  • 28. Which is true about the fiber content in green onions?
A) Good source of fiber.
B) No fiber content.
C) Poor source of fiber.
D) Toxic levels of fiber.
  • 29. Which is an appropriate way to preserve green onions for long term use?
A) Freeze them
B) Boil them
C) Roast them
D) Ferment them
  • 30. Which region are green onions most commonly grown in?
A) Asia
B) Australia
C) Africa
D) South America
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