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How to Grow Zucchinis - Exam
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  • 1. What type of vegetable is a zucchini?
A) Root vegetable
B) Summer squash
C) Fruit
D) Legume
  • 2. When is the best time to plant zucchini?
A) After the last frost
B) During the first frost
C) Early spring
D) Mid-winter
  • 3. What is the ideal soil pH for growing zucchini?
A) 4.0-5.0
B) 6.0-7.5
C) Above 9.0
D) 8.0-9.0
  • 4. How much sunlight do zucchini plants need daily?
A) 6-8 hours
B) 10+ hours
C) 2-4 hours
D) 0 hours
  • 5. What type of soil is best for zucchini?
A) Compacted soil
B) Clay soil
C) Sandy, nutrient-poor soil
D) Well-drained, fertile soil
  • 6. How far apart should zucchini plants be spaced?
A) 1 foot
B) 5 feet
C) 6 inches
D) 2-3 feet
  • 7. What is the best way to water zucchini plants?
A) Overhead watering
B) At the base of the plant
C) Watering daily a small amount
D) Never watering
  • 8. What is a common pest that affects zucchini plants?
A) Squash bugs
B) Spider mites
C) Grasshoppers
D) Aphids
  • 9. What is a common disease that affects zucchini plants?
A) Root rot
B) Leaf spot
C) Tomato blight
D) Powdery mildew
  • 10. How often should zucchini plants be fertilized?
A) Daily
B) Every 3-4 weeks
C) Once a year
D) Never
  • 11. What type of fertilizer is best for zucchini?
A) High potassium fertilizer
B) Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10)
C) High nitrogen fertilizer
D) High phosphorus fertilizer
  • 12. When are zucchini usually ready to harvest?
A) 90-100 days
B) 20-30 days
C) 50-65 days
D) 150 days
  • 13. What is the ideal size for harvesting zucchini?
A) 1 inch
B) 12-14 inches
C) 6-8 inches
D) 2 feet
  • 14. How should zucchini be harvested?
A) Pulled from the vine
B) Twisted off the vine
C) Cut from the vine with a knife
D) Broke off the vine
  • 15. What part of the zucchini plant is edible besides the fruit?
A) The stem
B) The flowers
C) The roots
D) The leaves
  • 16. What is 'companion planting'?
A) Planting crops in rows
B) Planting crops close to a building
C) Planting only one type of crop
D) Planting different crops together for mutual benefit
  • 17. What is a good companion plant for zucchini?
A) Tomatoes
B) Sunflowers
C) Marigolds
D) Corn
  • 18. Why is it important to harvest zucchini regularly?
A) To prevent the plant from growing too tall
B) To encourage continued production
C) To prevent the plant from producing flowers
D) To allow the plant to rest
  • 19. What does 'succession planting' mean?
A) Planting crops at intervals to extend the harvest.
B) Planting crops in the same location every year.
C) Planting crops in the same container.
D) Planting all crops at once.
  • 20. What can overwatering zucchini plants lead to?
A) Increased fruit production
B) Root rot
C) Thicker stems
D) Drought resistance
  • 21. How can you prevent powdery mildew on zucchini plants?
A) Planting in full shade
B) Overwatering
C) Applying a high-nitrogen fertilizer
D) Ensure good air circulation
  • 22. What is a good way to attract pollinators to zucchini plants?
A) Use pesticides
B) Remove all weeds
C) Plant flowers nearby
D) Cover the plants with netting
  • 23. What does 'blossom end rot' indicate?
A) Sunburn
B) Calcium deficiency
C) Overwatering
D) Nitrogen deficiency
  • 24. How can you prevent squash vine borers?
A) Watering the leaves
B) Planting in full shade
C) Wrap the base of the stem with foil
D) Using a high-nitrogen fertilizer
  • 25. What is the best way to deal with squash bugs?
A) Ignore them
B) Handpick them off the plants
C) Water more frequently
D) Use a strong pesticide
  • 26. What is a good way to improve soil drainage?
A) Remove all organic matter
B) Compact the soil
C) Add clay
D) Add compost or other organic matter
  • 27. What is the purpose of mulching around zucchini plants?
A) To retain moisture and suppress weeds
B) To cool the soil
C) To add nitrogen to the soil
D) To attract pests
  • 28. What is a good storage method for zucchini?
A) Freeze whole zucchini
B) Store at room temperature
C) Store washed zucchini
D) Refrigerate unwashed for up to a week
  • 29. If your zucchini plant is producing only male flowers, what could be the cause?
A) Too much fertilizer
B) Too much water
C) Temperature stress
D) Lack of pollinators
  • 30. What does 'hardening off' seedlings mean?
A) Exposing seedlings to frost
B) Planting seedlings directly outside
C) Gradually exposing seedlings to outdoor conditions
D) Keeping seedlings indoors until mature
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