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How to Identify and Classify Leeks - Quiz
Contributed by: Crossley
  • 1. What plant family do leeks belong to?
A) Alliaceae
B) Solanaceae
C) Asteraceae
D) Brassicaceae
  • 2. The edible portion of a leek is primarily the:
A) Root
B) Seed
C) Flower
D) Stem and lower leaves
  • 3. What color is the 'shaft' of a well-blanched leek?
A) White
B) Green
C) Brown
D) Purple
  • 4. Which characteristic is MOST important when judging leek quality?
A) Cleanliness
B) Number of Leaves
C) Stem Length
D) Root Size
  • 5. What does 'bolting' in a leek refer to?
A) Root rot
B) Premature flowering
C) Rapid growth
D) Leaf blight
  • 6. What is a common pest that affects leeks?
A) Aphids
B) Onion thrips
C) Cabbage worms
D) Spider mites
  • 7. Which soil type is generally best for growing leeks?
A) Sandy soil
B) Rocky soil
C) Clay soil
D) Well-drained loam
  • 8. What is the typical spacing between leek plants?
A) 12-18 inches
B) 2-4 inches
C) 24-36 inches
D) 6-8 inches
  • 9. Which of these is a characteristic of the 'Bandit' leek variety?
A) Large size
B) Purple leaves
C) Strong onion flavor
D) Early maturing
  • 10. What is the purpose of 'earthing up' leeks?
A) To support the plant
B) To blanch the stem
C) To prevent pests
D) To fertilize the roots
  • 11. Leeks are typically harvested in which season?
A) Fall and Winter
B) Summer
C) Late Spring
D) Spring
  • 12. What shape are leek seeds?
A) Flat and Red
B) Round and Brown
C) Oval and White
D) Angular and Black
  • 13. Which of these is a disease that can affect leeks?
A) Rust
B) Powdery Mildew
C) White Rot
D) Black Spot
  • 14. How do you differentiate a leek from a green onion?
A) Leeks always have purple tips.
B) Leeks have a milder flavor and larger size.
C) Green onions are harvested with the roots.
D) Green onions are always white at the base.
  • 15. What is the best way to store harvested leeks?
A) At room temperature, washed.
B) In the refrigerator, unwashed, in a plastic bag.
C) In the freezer, chopped.
D) In direct sunlight, uncovered.
  • 16. What is a key difference between short-day and long-day leek varieties?
A) Short-day leeks mature earlier in the season.
B) Long-day leeks have a stronger flavor.
C) Long-day leeks are more resistant to pests.
D) Short-day leeks are always larger.
  • 17. Which nutrient is MOST important for leek growth?
A) Nitrogen
B) Phosphorus
C) Calcium
D) Potassium
  • 18. What planting method encourages long, white shafts?
A) Planting on a raised bed.
B) Planting in containers.
C) Planting in a trench and gradually filling it in.
D) Planting on a slope.
  • 19. Why is crop rotation important when growing leeks?
A) To improve soil drainage.
B) To make harvesting easier.
C) To prevent soil-borne diseases and pests.
D) To increase sunlight exposure.
  • 20. What is the ideal pH level for leek cultivation?
A) 7.5-8.5
B) 8.5-9.5
C) 6.0-7.0
D) 4.0-5.0
  • 21. Which continent did leeks originate from?
A) Asia
B) Europe
C) Africa
D) South America
  • 22. What is the botanical name for leeks?
A) Allium cepa
B) Allium sativum
C) Allium schoenoprasum
D) Allium ampeloprasum var. porrum
  • 23. How do you prepare leeks before cooking?
A) Trim the roots and the green tops entirely.
B) Thoroughly wash between the layers.
C) Peel the outer layer off.
D) Soak in saltwater to remove any dirt.
  • 24. Which of the following is NOT a way to propagate leeks?
A) Cuttings
B) Transplants
C) Seeds
D) Division (occasionally)
  • 25. Which of the following best describes the flavor profile of a leek?
A) Spicy and pungent
B) Bitter and herbaceous
C) Sweet and garlicky
D) Mild onion-like
  • 26. What is a 'leek moth'?
A) A pest that burrows into leek leaves.
B) A type of fertilizer made from leeks.
C) A beneficial insect that pollinates leeks.
D) A hybrid variety of leek.
  • 27. What is the proper technique for planting leek seedlings?
A) Bury the seedlings deeply, covering the first leaves.
B) Make a hole with a dibber and drop the seedling in.
C) Lay the seedlings flat on the soil surface.
D) Plant the seedlings in clusters.
  • 28. How does consistent watering impact leek development?
A) Causes the leeks to grow smaller.
B) Encourages root rot.
C) Increases the strength of the onion flavor.
D) Promotes uniform growth and prevents bolting.
  • 29. Which element does wood ash primarily provide to the soil, benefiting leek growth?
A) Nitrogen
B) Potassium
C) Magnesium
D) Phosphorus
  • 30. What is a visual indicator that leeks are ready for harvest?
A) The leaves start to turn yellow.
B) The shaft reaches the desired thickness.
C) The roots become visible above the soil.
D) The plant begins to flower.
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