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How to Cultivate Pineapples - Exam
Contributed by: Webster
  • 1. What climate is ideal for growing pineapples?
A) Temperate
B) Tropical and subtropical
C) Arctic
D) Desert
  • 2. What is the optimal soil pH for pineapple cultivation?
A) 8.5 - 9.5
B) 7.0 - 8.5
C) 3.0 - 4.0
D) 4.5 - 6.5
  • 3. Pineapples are typically propagated from which part of the plant?
A) Roots
B) Seeds
C) Leaves
D) Crown, slips, or suckers
  • 4. What is a 'slip' in pineapple cultivation?
A) A shoot that grows from the fruit stalk
B) A disease affecting pineapples
C) A type of fertilizer
D) A soil amendment
  • 5. How much sunlight do pineapples need daily?
A) No sunlight
B) 2 hours
C) 4 hours
D) At least 6 hours
  • 6. What type of soil is best for pineapple growth?
A) Well-drained, sandy loam
B) Silty soil
C) Heavy clay soil
D) Waterlogged soil
  • 7. What is the ideal temperature range for pineapple growth?
A) 100°F to 120°F (38°C to 49°C)
B) 65°F to 95°F (18°C to 35°C)
C) -4°F to 14°F (-20°C to -10°C)
D) 32°F to 50°F (0°C to 10°C)
  • 8. What is the benefit of mulching pineapple plants?
A) Prevents root growth
B) Adds nitrogen to the soil
C) Retains moisture and suppresses weeds
D) Attracts pollinators
  • 9. How often should you water pineapple plants?
A) Every other day
B) When the top inch of soil is dry
C) Never
D) Daily
  • 10. What nutrient is most important for pineapple fruit development?
A) Phosphorus
B) Potassium
C) Calcium
D) Nitrogen
  • 11. What is a common pest that affects pineapple plants?
A) Bees
B) Earthworms
C) Ladybugs
D) Mealybugs
  • 12. What is the best way to control weeds around pineapple plants?
A) Hand weeding or mulching
B) Ignoring them
C) Flooding the area
D) Planting more pineapples
  • 13. What is the typical time from planting to harvest for pineapples?
A) 3-5 years
B) 3-6 months
C) 12-18 months
D) 1 month
  • 14. How do you know when a pineapple is ripe?
A) The fruit is completely green
B) The fruit is mushy
C) The fruit is hard and firm
D) The fruit has a golden color and a fragrant aroma
  • 15. What is the recommended planting depth for pineapple crowns?
A) Halfway up the crown
B) Completely burying the crown
C) Just deep enough to cover the base of the crown
D) Planting the crown upside down
  • 16. Which fertilizer ratio is generally recommended for pineapples?
A) Phosphorus-heavy
B) Equal parts NPK
C) No fertilizer needed
D) Nitrogen-Potassium heavy
  • 17. What can be used to induce flowering in pineapples?
A) Neem oil
B) Ethephon
C) Vinegar
D) Glyphosate
  • 18. What is the term for the small plantlets that grow from the base of the pineapple plant?
A) Suckers
B) Crowns
C) Roots
D) Slips
  • 19. What is a common fungal disease affecting pineapples?
A) Powdery mildew
B) Rust
C) Black spot
D) Heart rot
  • 20. What method is commonly used for large-scale pineapple farming?
A) Hydroponics
B) Container planting
C) Bed planting
D) Aquaponics
  • 21. Why is good drainage crucial for pineapple cultivation?
A) To attract beneficial insects
B) To increase soil pH
C) To prevent root rot
D) To encourage fast growth
  • 22. Where does the majority of a pineapple plant's water absorption occur?
A) Through the leaves
B) Through the roots
C) Through the stem
D) Through the fruit
  • 23. What type of irrigation is most efficient for pineapple farms?
A) Drip irrigation
B) Flood irrigation
C) Manual watering
D) Sprinkler irrigation
  • 24. Which country is the largest producer of pineapples?
A) Costa Rica
B) Brazil
C) India
D) Philippines
  • 25. What is the purpose of 'forcing' pineapples?
A) To induce flowering at a specific time
B) To prevent pests and diseases
C) To improve the taste of the fruit
D) To increase the size of the fruit
  • 26. What type of fertilizer should be avoided with pineapples?
A) Fertilizer with high potassium content
B) Organic fertilizer
C) Fertilizer with high chloride content
D) Fertilizer with high nitrogen content
  • 27. What is the best time of year to plant pineapples in a subtropical climate?
A) Summer
B) Winter
C) Spring
D) Autumn
  • 28. What should be done to prevent sunburn on pineapples in hot climates?
A) Apply more fertilizer
B) Remove the leaves
C) Water more frequently
D) Provide shade or use a shade cloth
  • 29. What does 'ratooning' refer to in pineapple cultivation?
A) Planting pineapples in rows
B) Adding fertilizer
C) Allowing suckers to grow after harvesting a pineapple
D) Pruning the pineapple plant
  • 30. What is a major advantage of using black plastic mulch for pineapple cultivation?
A) Preventing fungal diseases
B) Increasing soil pH
C) Attracting pollinators
D) Soil warming and weed control
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