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How to Cultivate Coconuts - Exam
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What is the ideal climate for coconut cultivation?
A) Arid and desert-like
B) Warm and humid
C) Cold and dry
D) Temperate with distinct seasons
  • 2. What type of soil is best suited for coconut palms?
A) Heavy clay soil
B) Rocky soil
C) Well-drained sandy loam
D) Acidic peat soil
  • 3. How much rainfall is typically required for optimal coconut growth?
A) Over 3000 mm per year
B) 500-1000 mm per year
C) Less than 500 mm per year
D) 1500-2500 mm per year
  • 4. What is the optimal planting distance between coconut palms?
A) 10-12 meters
B) 4-6 meters
C) 7-9 meters
D) 2-3 meters
  • 5. What is the best time of year to plant coconut seedlings?
A) Middle of the winter
B) End of the summer
C) Peak of the dry season
D) Beginning of the rainy season
  • 6. Which of the following is NOT a common method of coconut propagation?
A) Grafting
B) Tissue culture
C) Seed nuts
D) Seedlings
  • 7. What is the primary purpose of mulching around coconut palms?
A) Increase soil acidity
B) Attract pests
C) Reduce soil drainage
D) Conserve soil moisture
  • 8. Which nutrient is most important for coconut fruit development?
A) Potassium
B) Calcium
C) Phosphorus
D) Nitrogen
  • 9. What is 'button shedding' in coconuts?
A) The process of harvesting mature coconuts
B) Premature falling of immature fruits
C) The formation of new leaves
D) A type of coconut disease
  • 10. Which pest commonly affects coconut palms by feeding on sap?
A) Spider
B) Coconut mite
C) Grasshopper
D) Earthworm
  • 11. What is 'Lethal Yellowing' a disease of?
A) Mango trees
B) Rubber trees
C) Banana trees
D) Coconut palms
  • 12. What is the approximate gestation period for a coconut to mature?
A) 11-12 months
B) 3-4 months
C) 6-7 months
D) 18-20 months
  • 13. What is the name of the fibrous outer layer of the coconut fruit?
A) Endosperm
B) Shell
C) Kernel
D) Husk
  • 14. What is 'copra'?
A) Dried coconut kernel
B) Coconut water
C) Coconut husk fiber
D) Coconut oil
  • 15. What is the term for the clear liquid inside a young coconut?
A) Coconut milk
B) Coconut cream
C) Coconut oil
D) Coconut water
  • 16. How often should mature coconut palms be fertilized?
A) Once every 5 years
B) 2-3 times per year
C) Never
D) Once per year
  • 17. What is the main benefit of intercropping in coconut plantations?
A) Increased pest infestations
B) Reduced coconut yield
C) Decreased soil fertility
D) Increased income diversification
  • 18. What is the purpose of propping up young coconut seedlings?
A) Improve soil drainage
B) Prevent wind damage
C) Attract pollinators
D) Encourage faster growth
  • 19. Which of these is a dwarf variety of coconut?
A) West Coast Tall
B) Jamaica Tall
C) Malayan Dwarf
D) East Coast Tall
  • 20. What is the best method to control rhinoceros beetle in coconut plantations?
A) Burning the affected palms
B) Introducing more beetles
C) Flooding the area
D) Pheromone traps
  • 21. What is the significance of 'Tapping' in coconut farming?
A) Pruning old leaves
B) Harvesting mature nuts
C) Collecting sap for toddy production
D) Checking for root diseases
  • 22. Why is proper drainage essential in coconut cultivation?
A) Attracts earthworms
B) Reduces nutrient absorption
C) Prevents root rot
D) Increases water retention
  • 23. What is the primary use of coconut shell charcoal?
A) Fuel and adsorbent
B) Animal feed
C) Fertilizer
D) Building material
  • 24. What does 'ratooning' refer to in coconut context?
A) Fertilizing only at the root zone
B) Replanting coconut trees after harvesting
C) It is not a practice used in coconut cultivation
D) Pruning of lower branches
  • 25. Which element is most important in preventing button shedding?
A) Iron
B) Boron
C) Manganese
D) Zinc
  • 26. What type of irrigation is most efficient for coconut plantations?
A) Sprinkler irrigation
B) Drip irrigation
C) Surface irrigation
D) Flood irrigation
  • 27. What is the benefit of planting cover crops in coconut plantations?
A) Suppress weeds and improve soil health
B) Reduce coconut yield
C) Increase soil erosion
D) Attract pests
  • 28. How does saltwater intrusion affect coconut palms?
A) Promotes faster growth
B) Has no effect
C) Reduces yield and can cause death
D) Improves fruit quality
  • 29. What is the term for removing old and unproductive fronds?
A) Harvesting
B) Tapping
C) Grafting
D) Pruning
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