How to Identify and Classify Endives
  • 1. What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes endives from other leafy vegetables?
A) Forced growth in darkness or reduced light.
B) Their sweet flavor.
C) Their vibrant green color.
D) Their long, thin leaves.
  • 2. Which of the following is the most common type of endive?
A) Frisée
B) Belgian endive
C) Radicchio
D) Escarole
  • 3. Belgian endives are typically what color?
A) Deep red
B) Pale yellow to white
C) Dark purple
D) Bright green
  • 4. What is the shape most commonly associated with Belgian endives?
A) Long and spiky
B) Flat and broad
C) Cylindrical or bullet-shaped
D) Round and leafy
  • 5. Escarole endive is characterized by what type of leaves?
A) Small, tightly curled leaves
B) Broad, slightly curly leaves
C) Pointed, prickly leaves
D) Smooth, thin leaves
  • 6. Frisée endive is easily identifiable by its...
A) Smooth, flat leaves
B) Broad, ribbed leaves
C) Thick, waxy leaves
D) Finely curled, fringed leaves
  • 7. What is the taste profile typically associated with endives?
A) Very sweet
B) Completely bland
C) Slightly bitter
D) Extremely spicy
  • 8. When selecting endives, what quality is most important to look for?
A) Large size
B) Bright, vibrant color
C) Firmness and tightly packed leaves
D) Loose, open leaves
  • 9. Which type of endive is often used in salads for its slightly bitter flavor and textural contrast?
A) Frisée
B) Radicchio
C) Escarole
D) Belgian endive
  • 10. How is the bitterness of endives generally reduced before consumption?
A) Boiling in salt water
B) Washing or soaking in cold water
C) Exposing them to sunlight
D) Sprinkling with sugar
  • 11. Which endive variety is often braised or grilled due to its robust leaves?
A) Escarole
B) Radicchio
C) Frisée
D) Belgian endive
  • 12. What growing condition contributes to the characteristic pale color of Belgian endives?
A) Lack of sunlight
B) Excessive watering
C) High temperatures
D) High soil acidity
  • 13. Which part of the endive plant is typically consumed?
A) The stem
B) The flower
C) The root
D) The leaves
  • 14. What is another name for Belgian endive?
A) Curly endive
B) Witloof chicory
C) Red chicory
D) Broad-leaved endive
  • 15. How should endives be stored to maintain freshness?
A) At room temperature, in direct sunlight
B) In a dry, airtight container
C) In the refrigerator, wrapped in a damp paper towel
D) Submerged in water
  • 16. What is a common culinary use for Belgian endive?
A) As a vessel for appetizers (e.g., stuffed endive leaves)
B) As a primary ingredient in smoothies
C) As a base for soups
D) As a garnish for desserts
  • 17. Compared to Frisee, Escarole endive leaves are generally:
A) Shorter
B) More finely fringed
C) Broader
D) More tightly curled
  • 18. Which of the following preparation methods will best highlight the natural sweetness of endive?
A) Boiling
B) Steaming
C) Pickling
D) Caramelizing
  • 19. The bitterness in endives comes from a compound called:
A) Alliin
B) Capsaicin
C) Lactucopicrin
D) Quercetin
  • 20. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of high-quality Belgian endive?
A) Firmness
B) Creamy white color
C) Tightly packed leaves
D) Green tips
  • 21. What family of plants does endive belong to?
A) Brassicaceae
B) Poaceae
C) Asteraceae
D) Solanaceae
  • 22. Which country is known for its production of Belgian endive?
A) Italy
B) Belgium
C) Spain
D) Greece
  • 23. What part of the escarole endive has the most bitterness?
A) The center of the head
B) The entire leaf is equally bitter.
C) The thicker stems
D) The tips of the leaves
  • 24. What is the scientific name for Belgian Endive?
A) Cichorium intybus var. foliosum
B) Spinacia oleracea
C) Brassica oleracea
D) Lactuca sativa
  • 25. Which of these pairs well with endive in a salad?
A) Cucumbers and ranch dressing
B) Strawberries and whipped cream
C) Tomatoes and balsamic vinegar
D) Walnuts and blue cheese
  • 26. True or false: Endives are a good source of vitamin K.
A) Maybe
B) False
C) I do not know.
D) True
  • 27. Which of the following does NOT describe Frisée endive?
A) Fringed edges
B) Curly texture
C) Smooth leaves
D) Slightly bitter taste
  • 28. What does 'forcing' refer to in the context of Belgian endive cultivation?
A) Pruning the leaves to encourage head formation.
B) Planting the seeds in a greenhouse.
C) A second growth period in darkness to produce the white head.
D) The use of fertilizers to accelerate growth.
  • 29. What should you do when buying endives?
A) Smell the endives.
B) Check the root end.
C) Make sure they are not heavy.
D) Test the leaf softness.
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